Artwork
On the Road to Lake George
On the Road to Lake George is a print by the Impressionist artist Winslow Homer. It dates from 1869 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1942.1331
- Credit line
- Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund
About this work
Overview
Winslow Homer's 'On the Road to Lake George' is a print created in 1869, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing everyday scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts three figures in a grassy field: two men and a woman, with a horse-drawn carriage waiting behind them. The woman's gesture suggests she is drawing the men's attention to something, capturing a quiet moment in everyday life.
Technique & Style
As a precursor to his oil paintings, this work reflects Homer's practice of chronicling landscapes, often in watercolor, and his ability to convey dense, weighty scenes.
Context
The scene is likely drawn from Homer's travels, reflecting his broader practice of documenting working landscapes and ordinary moments, characteristic of the Realist movement.
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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