Winslow Homer, born on February 24, 1836, was a renowned American landscape painter and illustrator, celebrated for his captivating marine subjects. Largely self-taught, he transitioned from commercial illustration to oil painting and watercolor, producing a distinctive and prolific body of work. His pieces, such as The Gulf Stream, showcase his mastery of medium and composition.
He remains one of the most important figures in 19th-century American art.
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