Winslow Homer (1886)
oil on canvas
A dramatic moment unfolds at sea. A lone rescuer in a small boat battles against crashing waves, reaching out to aid someone in peril. Homer’s bold brushwork and dramatic contrasts of light and shadow intensify the sense of urgency, making this scene both visceral and deeply human.
Winslow Homer (1886)
oil on canvas
A dramatic moment unfolds at sea. A lone rescuer in a small boat battles against crashing waves, reaching out to aid someone in peril. Homer’s bold brushwork and dramatic contrasts of light and shadow intensify the sense of urgency, making this scene both visceral and deeply human.
