Who painted Caravan with Covered Wagons Resting [recto]?

Caravan with Covered Wagons Resting [recto] was painted by Winslow Homer in 1861.

Where can I see Caravan with Covered Wagons Resting [recto]?

Caravan with Covered Wagons Resting [recto] is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Caravan with Covered Wagons Resting [recto]?

Caravan with Covered Wagons Resting [recto] is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Caravan with Covered Wagons Resting [recto]

Winslow Homer , 1861

Caravan with Covered Wagons Resting [recto] is a graphite drawing by the Impressionist artist Winslow Homer. It dates from 1861 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Caravan with Covered Wagons Resting is a drawing created by Winslow Homer in 1861, executed in graphite and watercolor on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a group of people resting near a campfire, surrounded by wagons with large wheels, conveying a sense of warmth and dustiness.

Technique & Style

Homer employed loose graphite lines and soft watercolor washes to capture the movement and atmosphere of the scene, giving the impression of a rapid, informal sketch.