Black Point, Scarborough 1884

"Black Point, Scarborough" is an 1884 drawing by American artist Winslow Homer. This work depicts a crashing wave against the jagged rocks of the Maine coastline, a subject Homer frequently returned to in his art. The drawing's use of charcoal and white chalk creates a sense of dynamic movement and energy, capturing the fleeting moment of the wave as it breaks against the shore. Homer's work is known for its realism and depictions of nature, and this piece exemplifies his mastery of both.