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Boating in Central Park, by Edward Henry Potthast, unspecified, 1902

Boating in Central Park

Edward Henry Potthast

1902

unspecified

From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

Dominant colour

Overview

Boating in Central Park is a 1902 unspecified by Edward Henry Potthast, a American Impressionism work, held at Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

Who painted this?
Edward Henry Potthast
When & what style?
1902 · American Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

About this work

This painting shows a serene scene of people boating in a park. The water is calm, reflecting the lush greenery surrounding it. In the foreground, a small boat carries several figures, while the background features large trees and a rocky shoreline. The artist's use of color creates a sense of depth, with the greens and browns of the landscape blending harmoniously. The brushstrokes are visible, adding texture to the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to explore the work of Edward Henry Potthast.

About the artist

Portrait of Edward Henry Potthast
Artist

Edward Henry Potthast

Edward Henry Potthast was an American Impressionist painter. He is known for his paintings of people at leisure in Central Park, and on the beaches of New York and New England.

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