Gloucester Harbor 1873

"Gloucester Harbor" is a wood engraving created by American artist Winslow Homer in 1873. The piece depicts a small rowboat with a group of fishermen in it, with the backdrop of sailing ships in a harbor. The work highlights Homer’s signature style of depicting everyday scenes of American life, emphasizing the natural world and its impact on people. This particular piece highlights his skill in capturing the details of the nautical world, particularly the realistic portrayal of the water and the movement of the rowboat. It is a popular example of Homer's artistic style and is held in the Minneapolis Institute of Art collection.