Ships Unloading, New York

Samuel Colman

Created:
Movement:
1866
Precisionism
key Notes:
Maritime activity, Urban landscape.
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Dimensions:
30 x 40 1/4 in. (76.2 x 102.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Ships Unloading, New York by Samuel Colman

Samuel Colman (1832–1920) was an American painter known for his contributions to the Hudson River School, a mid-19th century American art movement characterized by its realistic and detailed portrayal of American landscapes. His painting, Ships Unloading, New York, created in 1866, exemplifies his adept use of oil on canvas to capture the bustling maritime activity of New York Harbor during a period of rapid industrial growth. The work reflects the economic vitality of post-Civil War America and the significance of New York as a burgeoning commercial hub. Colman's attention to atmospheric effects and light demonstrates his skill in rendering the dynamic interplay between natural and urban environments. This painting not only highlights Colman's technical prowess but also serves as a historical document of New York's transformation in the 19th century.

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Ships Unloading, New York by Samuel Colman (1866)

Samuel Colman's "Ships Unloading, New York," created in 1866, is an oil on canvas painting that captures the bustling maritime activity of New York Harbor during the mid-19th century. The artwork is characterized by its detailed depiction of ships and the dynamic interplay of light and shadow, reflecting the influence of the Hudson River School's emphasis on realism and naturalism.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Ships Unloading, New York