Girl in Bow of Canoe Spreading Out Her Loin-Cloth for a Sail, Samoa 1895 - 1896

John La Farge's "Girl in Bow of Canoe Spreading Out Her Loin-Cloth for a Sail, Samoa" from 1895-1896 depicts a young Samoan woman standing in a canoe, holding a vibrant blue cloth. The painting showcases La Farge's talent for capturing light and atmosphere, with the woman's figure silhouetted against a luminous sky. The scene evokes a sense of tranquility and the beauty of the Pacific Islands, a place that La Farge visited and documented extensively through his art. This watercolor on board is a testament to La Farge's mastery of the medium and his keen observation of the natural world.