Crew of the U. S. Steam-Sloop -Colorado- Shipped at Boston 1861

Winslow Homer's "Crew of the U. S. Steam-Sloop -Colorado- Shipped at Boston" is a wood engraving from 1861. It depicts a group of sailors standing in formation on the deck of the steam-sloop Colorado. Homer was known for his realistic depictions of everyday life, and this work captures the stoic demeanor of the sailors as they prepare for duty. This work is an important representation of American naval life during the Civil War, and it is a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who served their country.