The Inlet 1913

Maurice Prendergast's 1913 painting "The Inlet" depicts a bustling beach scene, capturing the energy of a summer day by the sea. The use of bold colors and flattened forms characteristic of Prendergast's style, creates a sense of vibrancy and movement. The figures are rendered with a loose, gestural touch, their forms dissolving into the surrounding landscape. This work showcases Prendergast's mastery of color and composition, making "The Inlet" a captivating snapshot of early 20th-century American life.