Who painted Station-House Lodgers?

Station-House Lodgers was painted by Winslow Homer in 1874.

Where can I see Station-House Lodgers?

Station-House Lodgers is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Station-House Lodgers?

Station-House Lodgers is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Station-House Lodgers

Winslow Homer , 1874

Station-House Lodgers is a print by the Impressionist artist Winslow Homer. It dates from 1874 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1942.1316
Credit line: Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund

About this work

Overview

Station-House Lodgers is a 1874 print by Winslow Homer, an American artist known for his socially conscious work. The print is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a crowded, dimly lit room where people are lying on the floor, some on thin mattresses or wrapped in blankets. A uniformed man gestures near a doorway in the background. The scene is likely set in a police station, highlighting the struggles of working-class and marginalized communities.

Technique & Style

Homer used bold lines and chiaroscuro, a technique that emphasizes contrasts between light and dark, to create a sense of depth and draw attention to the figures in the room.