Winslow Homer: Cross Currents

Image above: The Life Brigade, ca. 1882, Oil on canvas

This work startled me with its minimalist composition, palette and brush. Homer is a master of color and paint found in his oils and watercolors.

At Cullercoats, Homer painted almost exclusively in watercolor; this remarkably bold oil sketch was likely produced after his return to the United States. Inspired by scenes of rescue and his admiration for the local volunteer lifesaving crews that he had witnessed in action.

It’s a knockout. The Washington Post

The exhibition was on view at The Met April 11 - July 31, 2022.