Study for Eagle Head, Manchester, Massachusetts 1869

Winslow Homer's "Study for Eagle Head, Manchester, Massachusetts" (1869) exemplifies his renowned seascapes. Depicting a tranquil beach scene with a gentle wave rolling ashore, Homer utilizes muted tones and loose brushstrokes to capture the serene beauty of the landscape. The distant shoreline and the expansive sky create a sense of depth and openness, characteristic of his realist style. This study serves as a preliminary exploration of the iconic location that would later inspire numerous finished works.