Outward Bound 1918

"Outward Bound," a 1918 etching by American artist Philip Little (1857-1942), depicts a serene seascape. The print, housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, showcases a fleet of sailboats departing a harbor while a larger, steamship-like vessel sails further out in the distance. The detailed lines and subtle shading capture the movement of the ships and the gentle ripples of the water. Little's artistic style reflects the realism of the early 20th century, highlighting the transition from sail to steam power in maritime transportation.