Sunset Glow (recto) 1897

"Sunset Glow" is a watercolor painting by Thomas Pollock Anshutz created in 1897. The piece depicts a peaceful scene of a small sailboat and a rowboat on the water at sunset. The painting captures the soft, warm light of the setting sun, reflected in the water and on the sail of the boat. The use of pale, muted colors creates a sense of calm and tranquility in the composition. Anshutz, known for his realist style, uses careful brushstrokes and a delicate touch to depict the soft sunset light and the figures of the sailors. The scene is rendered in a straightforward way, highlighting the beauty of a simple, everyday moment.