Artwork
High Tide
High Tide is a print by the Impressionist artist Winslow Homer. It dates from 1870 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
High Tide is a print created by Winslow Homer in 1870. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts three women on a serene beach, their backs to the viewer, engaged in quiet activities. The scene conveys a sense of tranquility and contemplation, capturing a moment of stillness in a coastal setting.
Technique & Style
The work features a subdued color palette dominated by blues and grays, with visible brushstrokes that give the print a textured appearance. Homer's use of light and shadow creates depth and dimensionality.
Artist & collection
Artist
Winslow Homer (February 24, 1836 – September 29, 1910) was an American landscape painter and illustrator, best known for his marine subjects.
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