Native hut at Nassau 1885

"Native Hut at Nassau" is a watercolor painting by Winslow Homer depicting a simple, white dwelling with a thatched roof. The home, likely that of a Bahamian family, is situated within a verdant tropical landscape featuring palm trees, lush vegetation, and a bright blue sky. The open doorway offers a glimpse of figures within, perhaps highlighting the daily life of those living in the Bahamas. Homer's watercolor style is characterized by its loose brushstrokes and the use of light and shadow, which gives the work a feeling of immediacy and captures the beauty of the Caribbean setting.