Boardwalk by the Sea

Childe Hassam

Created:
Movement:
1917
Impressionism
key Notes:
Coastal Impressionism, Vibrant Color Palette
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Dimensions:
30 x 36 1/4 in. (76.2 x 92.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Boardwalk by the Sea," painted by Childe Hassam in 1901, exemplifies the artist's engagement with American Impressionism and his fascination with coastal scenes, particularly those of New England. The work captures the vibrant interplay of light and color on the boardwalk, reflecting the leisure culture of the early 20th century and contributing to the broader narrative of American landscape painting during this period.

Description of the work:

"Boardwalk by the Sea," painted by Childe Hassam in 1901, depicts a vibrant coastal scene characterized by its dynamic brushwork and a palette dominated by blues, whites, and sandy tones. The composition features figures strolling along a boardwalk, framed by the rhythmic patterns of waves and the interplay of light, effectively capturing the essence of leisure and the seaside atmosphere of the early 20th century.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Boardwalk by the Sea