Cat Boats, Newport 1901

Childe Hassam's "Cat Boats, Newport" (1901) is a captivating Impressionist depiction of a harbor scene in Newport, Rhode Island. The painting features a series of catboats, their white sails catching the light, anchored in the calm waters. Behind the boats, the town of Newport rises up, dominated by a white steeple, adding a sense of place and tranquility. Hassam's use of vibrant color, particularly the blue hues of the water, creates a sense of luminosity and emphasizes the gentle beauty of the scene.