The Match between the Sophs and Freshmen - The Opening

1857

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Impressionism Realism Early 19th Century Genre Scene

Dominant colour

The Match between the Sophs and Freshmen - The Opening is a 1857 by Winslow Homer, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Winslow Homer
When & what style?: 1857 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

The painting is called The Match between the Sophs and Freshmen - The Opening. It was created in 1857 by Winslow Homer. The artist was American, and this work is part of a genre scene, which often shows everyday life, making it interesting because it gives a glimpse into the past. You can learn more about this style by looking into the movement: Realism.