Study for Head of Passagassawaukeg 1992

"Study for Head of Passagassawaukeg" is a 1992 oil painting by American artist Neil Welliver (1929-2005). The artwork depicts a winter scene of a snowy stream in Maine, the artist's favorite subject. Welliver captures the stark beauty of the landscape with precise brushstrokes and a minimalist color palette, focusing on the interplay of light and shadow on the snow-covered ground and the meandering water. His style is characterized by its realistic detail and painterly approach, creating a sense of depth and texture. The painting is currently on display at the Alexandre Gallery in New York City.