Loading the Boats c. 1875

"Loading the Boats" is a watercolor painting by Eugène Boudin, a French artist known for his plein air, Impressionist style. Created around 1875, the artwork depicts a scene of fishermen preparing their boats on a harbor, the light and airy brushstrokes capturing the movement of the water and the figures in the foreground. This work exemplifies Boudin’s mastery of capturing the fleeting effects of light and atmosphere, a hallmark of Impressionism.