Artwork
The Sleighing Season - The Upset
The Sleighing Season - The Upset is a print by the Impressionist artist Winslow Homer. It dates from 1860 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Sleighing Season - The Upset is a print created by American artist Winslow Homer in 1860, depicting a chaotic winter scene with a horse-drawn sleigh in disarray.
Subject & Meaning
The print captures a moment of turmoil in rural winter life, showing individuals and horses in distress amidst a snowy landscape, conveying the intensity of the incident.
Technique & Style
Homer employed chiaroscuro in the work, though specific details on its application here are not provided; for more, see general resources on the artist's use of this technique.
History & Provenance
Created in 1860 as part of a series on rural life, the work reflects Homer's early focus on illustration before his transition to oil painting and watercolor.
Context
Part of a broader series documenting 19th-century rural life, the print offers a glimpse into the challenges and energies of winter activities in that era.
Legacy
As a work by a leading 19th-century American artist, it contributes to Homer's legacy in capturing everyday American life, though its specific impact is not detailed here.
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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