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Nassau: Water and Sailboat, 1899 (watercolour on paper)
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Nassau: Water and Sailboat, 1899 (watercolour on paper)
1767390 Nassau: Water and Sailboat, 1899 (watercolour on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 38.1x38.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Nassau: Water and Sailboat. Winslow Homer (1836-1910). Watercolour on paper. Painted in 1899. 38.1 x 38.7cm.); Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22560990
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
1899 American Artist American Painting Artist American Bahamas Bound Branches Caribbean Departed Departing Departure Headland Homer Leave Leaving Luminism Luminist Nassau Sail Boat Sailboat Sailing Boat Sailing Vessel Seaward Setting Off Setting Out Social Activity View To Sea Water Transport Water Vehicle Water Vessel Winslow Homer Natural Space
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This watercolor print by Winslow Homer takes us back to the enchanting shores of Nassau in 1899. The painting, titled "Nassau: Water and Sailboat" beautifully captures the essence of a serene Caribbean day. With its vibrant hues and delicate brushstrokes, Homer transports us to a time when sailing boats were the epitome of adventure. The composition showcases a solitary sailboat gracefully gliding across the crystal-clear waters, leaving behind a trail of ripples. The absence of any human presence allows nature to take center stage, emphasizing the untouched beauty of this coastal paradise. As we gaze at the distant headland and lush shoreline framed by swaying branches, we can almost feel the gentle sea breeze on our faces. Homer's mastery lies in his ability to capture not only what is visible but also what is felt. Through luminist techniques, he infuses this scene with an ethereal quality that bathes everything in soft light. This evokes a sense of tranquility and invites contemplation. "Nassau: Water and Sailboat" serves as a reminder that sometimes all we need is nature's embrace to find solace and inspiration. It encapsulates both departure and arrival—a moment frozen in time where possibilities abound. As we admire this exquisite piece from Winslow Homer's repertoire, let it transport us beyond its frame into an era long gone yet forever preserved through artistry.
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