Celia Thaxter's Garden, Isles of Shoals, Maine 1890

Childe Hassam's "Celia Thaxter's Garden, Isles of Shoals, Maine" (1890) is a vibrant oil painting that depicts a lush garden overlooking the ocean. Known for his Impressionistic style, Hassam captures the fleeting beauty of the scene with loose brushstrokes and bright colors. The garden is awash in red poppies, interspersed with white and yellow blooms, while the blue ocean and rocky shoreline provide a serene backdrop. Hassam's depiction of Celia Thaxter's garden, a popular destination for artists and writers, highlights the beauty of the Isles of Shoals and the romantic charm of American Impressionism.