Stern View of Two Rowboats, England
1881â82
Classification
seascapes
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Gift of Charles Savage Homer, Jr.
Accession Number
1912-12-224
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
Winslow Homer, one of America's foremost realist painters (1836–1910), crafted *Stern View of Two Row, England* during his sojourn in England from 1881 to 1882. This seascape captures a poised moment at sea, focusing on the stern views of two rowboats against the vast ocean, reflecting Homer's fascination with maritime life during his time abroad. Having traveled from Maine to the English coast—likely influenced by the region's rugged waters and fishing communities—Homer immersed himself in scenes that echoed his lifelong passion for the sea's raw power. Known for his masterful Realism, Homer...