Artwork
Eastern Point
Eastern Point is an oil painting by the American Impressionist artist Winslow Homer. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the Clark Art Institute.
About this work
Overview
Eastern Point is a 1900 oil painting by Winslow Homer, associated with the American Impressionist movement. It exemplifies Homer's longstanding fascination with maritime subjects, a hallmark of his work as a prominent 19th-century American landscape painter.
Subject & Meaning
The painting captures a serene coastal scene, reflecting Homer's deep and abiding interest in the sea, a theme that dominated much of his oeuvre.
Technique & Style
Characterized by dense and substantial brushwork, Eastern Point showcases Homer's transition from illustration to oil painting, distinct from his lighter, more prolific watercolor output.
History & Provenance
Created in 1900, Eastern Point marks a later work in Homer's career, following his shift from commercial illustration to a focus on oil painting.
Artist & collection
Artist
Winslow Homer (February 24, 1836 – September 29, 1910) was an American landscape painter and illustrator, best known for his marine subjects.
