“Slayton House” by Jamie Wyeth, completed in 1968, is a watercolor on paper artwork measuring 49.5 x 62.2 cm. The artwork belongs to the Contemporary Realism movement and falls under the genre of landscape painting.
The artwork depicts the facade of an old, weathered house that stands prominently against a neutral sky. The dark, textured wooden exterior of the house is meticulously rendered, exhibiting signs of age and wear. Multiple windows line the upper and lower levels, with some panes appearing dimly reflective while others seem almost opaque, suggesting long-standing abandonment or neglect. In front of the house, a modest garden and a pile of stacked wood add to the rustic and somewhat melancholic atmosphere. The detailed execution of the textures and the play of light and shadow contribute to the overall realistic yet evocative quality of the piece.
