A Marine
1874
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1874
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
The painting shows a dramatic seascape with rough waves and a rocky shoreline. It was created during a trip to Europe. The artist's use of rough brushstrokes adds to the scene's energy, and the lighting is notable - the sky has patches of orange and white light. The painting's location was once thought to be Étretat, France, but is now believed to be Porto d’Anzio, Italy, which adds an interesting layer to its history. The artist used this trip to explore new places and techniques. This style is similar to that of artist George Inness.
