Who painted Trotting on the Mill Dam, Boston?

Trotting on the Mill Dam, Boston was painted by Winslow Homer in 1859.

Where can I see Trotting on the Mill Dam, Boston?

Trotting on the Mill Dam, Boston is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Trotting on the Mill Dam, Boston?

Trotting on the Mill Dam, Boston is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Trotting on the Mill Dam, Boston

Winslow Homer , 1859

Trotting on the Mill Dam, Boston is a print by the Impressionist artist Winslow Homer. It dates from 1859 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1942.1368
Credit line: Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund

About this work

Overview

Trotting on the Mill Dam, Boston is a 1859 print by Winslow Homer, an American artist known for his landscapes and marine subjects. The work captures a moment of everyday life in Boston.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a horse and carriage in motion along a path, accompanied by a dog, set against a cityscape with buildings and smokestacks. The scene conveys a sense of leisure activity near a Boston waterway.

Technique & Style

Homer used a range of colors to convey the energy and movement of the scene, with the horse and carriage prominent against a subdued background, creating a dynamic effect.