Beach with Figures, Bellport c. 1915

"Beach with Figures, Bellport," painted by William James Glackens around 1915, captures a moment of leisure on a summer day. The artist, known for his depictions of urban life and the beauty of everyday scenes, uses a loose, impressionistic brushstroke to convey the vibrant colors and playful atmosphere of the beach. The composition features figures lounging under umbrellas, a common sight in early 20th-century seaside resorts. Glackens' work, influenced by French Impressionism, emphasizes the fleeting nature of light and the transient beauty of the moment.