The Studio

Winslow Homer

Created:
Movement:
1867
Realism
key Notes:
Interior scene, Artistic contemplation
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Dimensions:
18 x 15 in. (45.7 x 38.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"The Studio," painted by Winslow Homer in 1867, depicts an artist's workspace filled with various tools and materials, reflecting the creative process and the intimate relationship between the artist and their environment. This work is significant in Homer's oeuvre as it showcases his interest in the themes of art-making and the role of the artist, while also highlighting his evolving style during this period.

Description of the work:

"The Studio" by Winslow Homer, created in 1867, features a well-lit interior space that showcases an artist's workspace, characterized by a palette, brushes, and unfinished canvases. The composition emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow, highlighting the textures of the materials and the intimate atmosphere of the creative process.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Studio