The Wreck of the -Atlantic- - Cast Up By the Sea 1873

Winslow Homer's "The Wreck of the -Atlantic- - Cast Up By the Sea" (1873) is a powerful image depicting the aftermath of the tragic sinking of the steamship Atlantic in 1873. The scene shows a woman's body washed ashore on a rocky beach while a man, presumably a sailor, stands nearby, clutching a stick. The artist utilizes a somber and realistic style, capturing the devastation of the event and the poignant impact on those who were involved. This print, originally published in Harper's Weekly, offers a glimpse into the realities of maritime disasters and the role of art in documenting tragedy and loss.