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Thanksgiving Day - The Dance, by Winslow Homer, 1858

Thanksgiving Day - The Dance

Winslow Homer

1858

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Thanksgiving Day - The Dance is a 1858 by Winslow Homer, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Winslow Homer
When & what style?
1858 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a lively scene of people dancing and socializing in a room. The room is decorated with a chandelier and a mirror on the wall. The people are dressed in formal attire, with the men wearing suits and the women wearing long dresses. In the center of the room, a man is dancing with a woman, while others watch and chat. The atmosphere appears to be joyful and celebratory. The painting's style is reminiscent of Impressionism and Realism, with loose brushstrokes and attention to everyday life. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to explore the Impressionism movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Winslow Homer
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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