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The Fort and Ten Pound Island. Gloucester, Massachussetts, 1
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The Fort and Ten Pound Island. Gloucester, Massachussetts, 1
Fitz Henry Lane (1804-1865). American painter. The Fort and Ten Pound Island. Gloucester, Massachussetts, 1847. Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. Madrid. Spain
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1847 Bornemisza Calm Fisher Fisherman Fishermen Fort Gloucester Lighting Overview Pound Push Pushing Sunset Thyssen Luminism Luminist Massachussetts
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This stunning 19th-century painting, titled "The Fort and Ten Pound Island" by American artist Fitz Henry Lane, captures the picturesque scene of Gloucester Harbor in Massachusetts, USA. Painted in 1847, this work is an excellent example of the Luminist movement, characterized by its focus on natural light and the representation of the sea and its reflection on the surrounding landscape. The painting depicts a calm and serene seascape, with the sun setting over the harbor, casting a warm glow over the boats and fishermen at work. In the foreground, a group of fishermen can be seen pushing their boat out to sea, while a lone figure stands on Ten Pound Island, keeping watch over the fort that sits atop the island. The fort, a prominent feature of the harbor, adds a sense of history and importance to the scene. The boats in the harbor, some with sails fully hoisted and others at rest, add a sense of activity and industry. The intricate details of the boats and the textures of the water and the shoreline are rendered with remarkable skill and precision, making this a true masterpiece of American art. This painting is now part of the prestigious collection of the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in Madrid, Spain, where it continues to captivate audiences with its beauty and historical significance. The Fort and Ten Pound Island is a testament to the enduring allure of the American coast and the artists who have sought to capture its essence on canvas.
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