Promenade by the Sea c. 1912 - 1914

"Promenade by the Sea" (c. 1912 - 1914) by Maurice Prendergast depicts a picturesque scene of people strolling along a sandy beach, with boats and a distant town in the background. Prendergast's signature style, characterized by bold, colorful brushstrokes and a flattened perspective, adds to the sense of vibrancy and energy in the work. The painting, likely inspired by the artist's travels to the New England coast, evokes the joyous atmosphere of a summer day at the seaside. The use of bright hues, especially in the sky and water, creates a cheerful and lighthearted mood, suggesting a moment of leisure and carefree enjoyment.