Artwork
"Dad's Coming!"
"Dad's Coming!" is a print by the Impressionist artist Winslow Homer. It dates from 1873 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1942.1313
- Credit line
- Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund
About this work
Overview
Winslow Homer's 1873 print 'Dad's Coming!' is a black-and-white depiction of a coastal scene, showing a girl on the shore and a figure in a boat.
Subject & Meaning
The print captures a moment of everyday life near the water, with a girl standing on the shore and a woman in a tied boat, suggesting a quiet, serene atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The work is characteristic of Homer's practice of documenting coastal scenes, and showcases his ability to convey a sense of calm through simple composition and monochromatic tones.
Artist & collection
Artist
Winslow Homer (February 24, 1836 – September 29, 1910) was an American landscape painter and illustrator, best known for his marine subjects.
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