Coming Down with the Breeze c. 19th century

"Coming Down with the Breeze" is an etching by American artist Philip Little (1857-1942) depicting a seascape scene. This print, part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection, showcases Little's use of line and detail to capture the delicate movement of boats on a calm body of water, with a subtle sense of depth created by the reflections in the water. The artist's signature, "Philip Little," can be found on the bottom right corner of the print. This artwork is a prime example of Little's contributions to American printmaking in the late 19th century.