Lake Mendota, Madison, Wisconsin

Executed in oil paint, the piece exemplifies Meeker's adherence to realism, emphasizing detailed, accurate representation of the natural and built environments.

Created in 1870, the painting is now part of the Brooklyn Museum's collection, showcasing Meeker's work outside of his more recognized Southern subjects.

While Meeker is best known for capturing the Louisiana bayou, this work situates his realistic approach within a Midwestern American context, highlighting his versatility across different regional landscapes.

As part of Meeker's broader oeuvre, *Lake Mendota, Madison, Wisconsin* contributes to the artist's legacy as a versatile American realist painter, though it remains somewhat atypical of his commonly showcased works.