Minesweepers, Halifax 1919

"Minesweepers, Halifax" (1919) by Arthur Lismer depicts a fleet of ships traversing a rough sea. The painting captures the dramatic scene of a minesweeper, with its plumes of smoke, cruising through a choppy sea with airplanes overhead. Lismer, a member of the Group of Seven, was renowned for his depictions of Canadian landscapes, and this piece reflects his skill in capturing the dynamism and grandeur of the natural world. The work serves as a visual reminder of Canada's contributions in World War I.