Campfire, Adirondacks 1892

"Campfire, Adirondacks" (1892) by Winslow Homer depicts a solitary figure, likely a hunter, seated beneath a large tree in the Adirondack wilderness. The painting, executed in watercolor, captures the rugged beauty of the landscape and the quietude of the scene. Homer's signature loose brushstrokes and evocative use of color create a sense of depth and atmosphere, highlighting the figure's isolation and connection to nature. This work reflects Homer's later career, which saw him increasingly turn to subjects of nature and rural life.