Artwork
The Harbor
The Harbor is a print by Ora Coltman. It dates from 1928 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1928.89
- Credit line
- Gift of The Print Club of Cleveland
About this work
In the foreground, a small boat floats on wavy water painted in bold blues and yellows, while a lone figure stands near the shore.
This painting shows a bright, colorful harbor scene with simple, blocky buildings. The houses have slanted roofs in pink, yellow, and green, with some windows and doors outlined in dark shapes. In the foreground, a small boat floats on wavy water painted in bold blues and yellows, while a lone figure stands near the shore.
The artist used flat colors and sharp lines to create a dreamy, almost childlike look. The buildings and water don’t follow strict rules of perspective, giving the scene a playful, abstract feel.
Next, check out Ora Coltman (American, 1858–1940) to see more of her work.
Overview
The Harbor is a 1928 print by Ora Coltman, held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a vibrant harbor scene with simplified, colorful buildings and a small boat on wavy water, accompanied by a lone figure on the shore.
Technique & Style
Coltman employed flat colors and sharp lines to achieve a dreamy, naive aesthetic, eschewing strict perspective for a playful, abstract effect.
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