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Hamilton, Salem

William Henry Luscomb

1851

oil

canvas

From the collection of Peabody Essex Museum

Realism Early 19th Century Marine Ship

Dominant colour

Hamilton, Salem is a 1851 oil by William Henry Luscomb, a Realism work, depicting Ship, held at Peabody Essex Museum.

Who painted this?: William Henry Luscomb
When & what style?: 1851 · Realism
Where can I see it?: Peabody Essex Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a ship with three masts, sailing on the water. The ship has a black hull and white sails, and an American flag flies from the back mast. In the background, there is a lighthouse on the right side of the image. The ship is sailing in a body of water, possibly a harbor or a bay. The sky above is cloudy and gray, with a few patches of blue visible through the clouds. The overall mood of the painting is one of serenity and calmness. The painting is a beautiful representation of a ship at sea, and it invites the viewer to learn more about the art of marine painting. Next, you might want to explore the work of artist William Henry Luscomb.