After the Hurricane, Bahamas

Winslow Homer

Created:
Movement:
1899
Realism
key Notes:
Turbulent seascape; Human resilience.
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Dimensions:
37.2 × 54.2 cm (14 11/16 × 21 3/8 in.)
medium:
Transparent watercolor, with touches of opaque watercolor, rewetting, blotting and scraping, over graphite, on moderately thick, moderately textured (twill texture on verso), ivory wove paper
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After the Hurricane, Bahamas by Winslow Homer

Winslow Homer (1836–1910) was an American artist renowned for his mastery in watercolor and his evocative depictions of nature and human struggle. "After the Hurricane, Bahamas," created in 1899, exemplifies Homer's adept use of transparent watercolor with touches of opaque watercolor, employing techniques such as rewetting, blotting, and scraping. This work is executed on moderately thick, moderately textured ivory wove paper, showcasing Homer's skill in capturing the aftermath of natural disasters. The painting reflects Homer's interest in the power and unpredictability of nature, a recurring theme in his oeuvre. Homer's time in the Bahamas was pivotal, as it influenced his exploration of light and color, contributing significantly to his artistic development. This piece is a testament to Homer's ability to convey the resilience of human spirit amidst the forces of nature.

Description of the work:

"After the Hurricane, Bahamas" by Winslow Homer, created in 1899, is a watercolor painting that captures the aftermath of a storm with a focus on the resilience of nature and humanity. Utilizing transparent and opaque watercolor techniques over graphite on ivory wove paper, Homer employs rewetting, blotting, and scraping to convey the turbulent yet serene atmosphere of the Bahamian landscape.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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After the Hurricane, Bahamas