The artwork entitled “Sailing,” created by Thomas Eakins around 1875, belongs to the Realism art movement. This oil-on-canvas piece, measuring 117.47 by 80.96 cm, is a marina genre painting. As of now, it resides in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a man comfortably positioned in a small boat with an outstretched sail, traversing calm waters marked with a warm, golden hue. The composition emphasizes both the tranquility and the subtle motion of sailing, capturing the delicate interplay between light and water. The distant horizon hints at the boundary between sky and sea, enhancing the sense of openness and freedom. Eakins’ attention to detail and realistic portrayal of the scene echoes the core principles of the Realism movement, bringing a serene maritime moment to life.
