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A Basket of Clams, 1873 (w / c on wove paper)
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A Basket of Clams, 1873 (w / c on wove paper)
3468951 A Basket of Clams, 1873 (w/c on wove paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 29.2x24.8 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Homer spent the summer of 1873 in Gloucester, Massachusetts, the picturesque fishing port on Cape Ann, north of Boston. ); American, out of copyright
Media ID 18261357
© Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA / Bridgeman Images
Clams Gloucester Huts Massachusetts New England North Shore Realism Realist Sand Wharf Cape Ann Clamming
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A Basket of Clams, 1873
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is a captivating watercolor print by Winslow Homer that transports viewers to the picturesque fishing port of Gloucester, Massachusetts. The artwork measures 29.2x24.8 cm and is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Homer's painting beautifully captures the essence of a summer day on Cape Ann's north shore. The scene depicts a sandy harbor with boats gently bobbing in the water under the warm sunlight. A young boy wearing a hat can be seen clamming at the wharf, his basket filled with freshly caught clams. The artist's attention to detail and realist style bring this coastal landscape to life. Every brushstroke showcases Homer's mastery in capturing the play of light on water and creating depth within his composition. This artwork not only celebrates American maritime culture but also serves as a nostalgic reminder of carefree childhood summers spent by the sea. It evokes feelings of tranquility and joy as we imagine ourselves immersed in this idyllic coastal setting. Through "A Basket of Clams". Winslow Homer invites us to appreciate both nature's beauty and our connection to it. This timeless piece continues to inspire art enthusiasts worldwide, reminding us of simpler times spent along America's shores.
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