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High Tide, by Winslow Homer, 1870

High Tide

Winslow Homer

1870

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

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Overview

High Tide is a 1870 by Winslow Homer, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Winslow Homer
When & what style?
1870 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a serene beach scene. In the foreground, three women are shown in long dresses, their backs turned to the viewer. The woman on the left is bending down, while the woman in the middle stands upright, and the woman on the right sits on the sand. The background features a calm sea with gentle waves and a cloudy sky. The painting's color palette is subdued, with shades of blue and gray dominating the scene. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured appearance. The overall mood of the painting is one of tranquility and contemplation. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. The Cleveland Museum of Art holds this work, which is an example of Impressionism and Realism. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's style, you might want to look up Winslow Homer.

About the artist

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Artist

Winslow Homer

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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