Cliffs and Sea at Ogunquit, Maine

Charles Herbert Woodbury

Created:

Movement:

1910

Tonalism

key Notes:

Coastal Landscape, Impressionistic Light

Dimensions:

20 x 24 1/4 in. (50.8 x 61.6 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

New game

story of the work:

"Cliffs and Sea at Ogunquit, Maine," created by Charles Herbert Woodbury in 1910, exemplifies the artist's engagement with the natural landscape of coastal Maine, reflecting his interest in plein air painting and the effects of light on water. Woodbury, a prominent figure in the American Impressionist movement, significantly contributed to the art community through his teaching and promotion of outdoor painting, influencing subsequent generations of artists.

Description of the work:

"Cliffs and Sea at Ogunquit, Maine" by Charles Herbert Woodbury features a dynamic interplay of light and color, capturing the rugged coastline and turbulent waters of Ogunquit. The composition is characterized by bold brushwork and a palette dominated by blues and greens, effectively conveying the atmospheric conditions and the natural beauty of the coastal landscape.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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