Artwork
Green Apples
Green Apples is a print by the Impressionist artist Winslow Homer. It dates from 1868 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Green Apples is a print created by Winslow Homer, an American artist known for his landscapes and illustrations. The work depicts a scene of everyday life.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows two boys in a grassy field with a tree, a small house, and wildflowers. One boy picks apples while the other sits with a basket, suggesting a moment of rural labor. The title references the apples, indicating the scene's context and time of year.
Technique & Style
Homer used simple lines to convey light and shadow, creating a sense of realism. The drawing's straightforward representation of the scene contributes to its naturalistic feel.
Context
Green Apples is characteristic of Realist art, which focused on depicting everyday life and ordinary subjects in a straightforward manner.
Artist & collection
Artist
Winslow Homer (February 24, 1836 – September 29, 1910) was an American landscape painter and illustrator, best known for his marine subjects.
