Artwork
The Dinner Horn
The Dinner Horn is a print by the Impressionist artist Winslow Homer. It dates from 1870 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1942.1299
- Credit line
- Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund
About this work
Overview
Winslow Homer's 1870 print 'The Dinner Horn' is a representative work by an artist known for his landscapes and documentation of everyday life. It is currently part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman standing on a porch, blowing a curved horn. A cat watches from an open window behind her, suggesting she is summoning someone. The scene captures a quiet, everyday moment.
Technique & Style
Homer's work as a commercial illustrator and his experience with various mediums, including oil painting and watercolor, likely influenced his approach to printmaking, as seen in 'The Dinner Horn'.
Artist & collection
Artist
Winslow Homer (February 24, 1836 – September 29, 1910) was an American landscape painter and illustrator, best known for his marine subjects.
