Moody Landscapes
Defiance: Inviting a Shot before Petersburg
Winslow Homer
A powerful Civil War scene by Winslow Homer depicting a moment of bold defiance under an expansive, atmospheric sky.
Art for the Gallery Wall
Statement-making works with contrast and presence for layered arrangements.
Contrast, presence, and variety help these works hold together in a layered arrangement.
Old World Portraits
Sharitarish (Wicked Chief), Pawnee
Charles Bird King
A striking and colorful 19th-century portrait of a Pawnee leader, characterized by vibrant pigments and a commanding presence.
Coastal Classics
The Harbor, Monhegan Coast, Maine
George Bellows
This 1913 coastal scene by George Bellows captures the rugged beauty of Maine with expressive, textured brushwork and deep ocean blues.
Moody Landscapes
Where the Clouds Love to Rest
Alfred Jacob Miller
An atmospheric 19th-century landscape capturing the sublime drama of light and shadow in a mountain wilderness.
Old World Portraits
Shaumonekusse (Prairie Wolf), Oto
Charles Bird King
A striking 1822 portrait of the Oto chief Shaumonekusse, masterfully rendered with rich textures and vibrant colors.