The artwork titled “Summer, New England” by Maurice Prendergast, created in 1912, is an oil painting on canvas that belongs to the Post-Impressionism art movement. It is a genre painting with dimensions of 48.9 x 69.9 cm.
The artwork depicts a leisurely summer scene set in New England, where various figures are engaged in outdoor activities. Bathed in vibrant colors, the painting features numerous people, predominantly women and children, enjoying a day under the shade of the trees by a lake. The use of rich, bold strokes alongside Prendergast’s distinctive style brings a sense of motion and liveliness to the scene. The figures are interspersed with elements such as parasols, hats, and children’s toys, which together create a picturesque tableau of early 20th-century summer leisure. The lush greenery, coupled with the serene blue of the water in the background, encapsulates the tranquil and joyful essence of summer in New England.
