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Luminism Collection

Luminism, an artistic movement that emerged in the mid-19th century, sought to capture the ethereal beauty of light and its effects on landscapes

Background imageLuminism Collection: In July - before noon or The orchard, 1890

In July - before noon or The orchard, 1890. Found in the collection of Kroller-Muller Museum, Otterlo

Background imageLuminism Collection: The Mother, 1895-1900

The Mother, 1895-1900. Found in the Collection of Museo Sorolla, Madrid

Background imageLuminism Collection: The Arch of Nero, 1871. Creator: Sanford Robinson Gifford

The Arch of Nero, 1871. Creator: Sanford Robinson Gifford
The Arch of Nero, 1871

Background imageLuminism Collection: Summer, 1893 (oil on canvas)

Summer, 1893 (oil on canvas)
471066 Summer, 1893 (oil on canvas) by Claus, Emile (1849-1924); 92.5x124.5 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Background imageLuminism Collection: The Coast of Labrador, 1866. Creator: William Bradford

The Coast of Labrador, 1866. Creator: William Bradford
The Coast of Labrador, 1866. Rowing boat on a beach, Atlantic coast of Canada

Background imageLuminism Collection: York Harbor, Coast of Maine, 1877. Creator: Martin Johnson Heade

York Harbor, Coast of Maine, 1877. Creator: Martin Johnson Heade
York Harbor, Coast of Maine, 1877

Background imageLuminism Collection: Schooners at Anchor, Key West, 1903 (watercolor and pencil on paper)

Schooners at Anchor, Key West, 1903 (watercolor and pencil on paper)
651117 Schooners at Anchor, Key West, 1903 (watercolor and pencil on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 35.4x55.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Schooners at Anchor, Key West)

Background imageLuminism Collection: Pulling the Dory, 1880 (watercolor and pencil on paper)

Pulling the Dory, 1880 (watercolor and pencil on paper)
650871 Pulling the Dory, 1880 (watercolor and pencil on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 21x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Pulling the Dory. Winslow Homer (1836-1910)

Background imageLuminism Collection: Portrait of Arthur Benson Homer, 1853 (pencil on paper)

Portrait of Arthur Benson Homer, 1853 (pencil on paper)
650870 Portrait of Arthur Benson Homer, 1853 (pencil on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 25.7x20 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Arthur Benson Homer. Winslow Homer (1836-1910)

Background imageLuminism Collection: Girl Reading Under an Oak Tree, 1879 (oil on canvas)

Girl Reading Under an Oak Tree, 1879 (oil on canvas)
985216 Girl Reading Under an Oak Tree, 1879 (oil on canvas) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 39.4x57.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl Reading Under an Oak Tree. Winslow Homer (1836-1910)

Background imageLuminism Collection: The Artists Brother, Charles Savage Homer, Jr. 1880 (watercolour, gouache

The Artists Brother, Charles Savage Homer, Jr. 1880 (watercolour, gouache
823087 The Artists Brother, Charles Savage Homer, Jr. 1880 (watercolour, gouache, and pencil on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 54.5x40.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageLuminism Collection: Atlantic City, (watercolour and gouache on grey paper)

Atlantic City, (watercolour and gouache on grey paper)
822934 Atlantic City, (watercolour and gouache on grey paper) by Lewis, Edmund Darch (1835-1910); 25.1x53.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Atlantic City. Edmund Darch Lewis (1835-1910)

Background imageLuminism Collection: Lumber Schooners at Evening on Penobscot Bay, 1863 (oil on canvas)

Lumber Schooners at Evening on Penobscot Bay, 1863 (oil on canvas)
4073419 Lumber Schooners at Evening on Penobscot Bay, 1863 (oil on canvas) by Lane, Fitz Henry (1804-65); 62.5x96.8 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; American, out of copyright

Background imageLuminism Collection: Fishing Boats at Low Tide, c. 1850s (oil on canvas mounted on masonite)

Fishing Boats at Low Tide, c. 1850s (oil on canvas mounted on masonite)
3949646 Fishing Boats at Low Tide, c.1850s (oil on canvas mounted on masonite) by Lane, Fitz Henry (1804-65); 30.5x45.7 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Background imageLuminism Collection: A Gorge in the Mountains (Kauterskill Clove), 1862 (oil on canvas)

A Gorge in the Mountains (Kauterskill Clove), 1862 (oil on canvas)
3493182 A Gorge in the Mountains (Kauterskill Clove), 1862 (oil on canvas) by Gifford, Sanford Robinson (1823-80); 121.9x101.3 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageLuminism Collection: Sounding Reveille, 1865 (oil on canvas)

Sounding Reveille, 1865 (oil on canvas)
1764677 Sounding Reveille, 1865 (oil on canvas) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 133.7x50.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sounding Reveille. Winslow Homer (1836-1910). Oil on canvas

Background imageLuminism Collection: Watching Ships, Gloucester, 1875 (watercolour and gouache on paper)

Watching Ships, Gloucester, 1875 (watercolour and gouache on paper)
1764675 Watching Ships, Gloucester, 1875 (watercolour and gouache on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 21.6x35.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Watching Ships, Gloucester)

Background imageLuminism Collection: Gargoyles at Notre Dame, 1867 (oil on canvas)

Gargoyles at Notre Dame, 1867 (oil on canvas)
985283 Gargoyles at Notre Dame, 1867 (oil on canvas) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 33x48.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Gargoyles at Notre Dame. Winslow Homer (1836-1910). Oil on canvas

Background imageLuminism Collection: A Tropical Breeze, Nassau, 1889-90 (watercolour on paper)

A Tropical Breeze, Nassau, 1889-90 (watercolour on paper)
985217 A Tropical Breeze, Nassau, 1889-90 (watercolour on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 37.5x38.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Tropical Breeze, Nassau. Winslow Homer (1836-1910)

Background imageLuminism Collection: The Bicycle Messenger, (pencil on paper)

The Bicycle Messenger, (pencil on paper)
650803 The Bicycle Messenger, (pencil on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 21x26 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bicycle Messenger. Winslow Homer (1836-1910). Pencil on paper

Background imageLuminism Collection: Entrance to Kauterskill Clove (watercolour on wove paper)

Entrance to Kauterskill Clove (watercolour on wove paper)
3526212 Entrance to Kauterskill Clove (watercolour on wove paper) by Kensett, John Frederick (1816-72) (after); 18.1x25.24 cm; Corcoran Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C

Background imageLuminism Collection: Lake George, 1869 (oil on canvas)

Lake George, 1869 (oil on canvas)
3492940 Lake George, 1869 (oil on canvas) by Kensett, John Frederick (1816-72); 112.1x168.6 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Lake George in the Adirondacks)

Background imageLuminism Collection: Sunset on the Sea, 1872 (oil on canvas)

Sunset on the Sea, 1872 (oil on canvas)
3492934 Sunset on the Sea, 1872 (oil on canvas) by Kensett, John Frederick (1816-72); 71.1x104.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageLuminism Collection: The Beetle and Wedge, (pencil on paper)

The Beetle and Wedge, (pencil on paper)
650868 The Beetle and Wedge, (pencil on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 22x18.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Beetle and Wedge. Winslow Homer (1836-1910). Pencil on paper

Background imageLuminism Collection: Blyth Sands, 1882 (gouache, charcoal pencil and brown chalk on grey brown paper)

Blyth Sands, 1882 (gouache, charcoal pencil and brown chalk on grey brown paper)
650540 Blyth Sands, 1882 (gouache, charcoal pencil and brown chalk on grey brown paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 43.2x57.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Blyth Sands)

Background imageLuminism Collection: Hudson River Scene, 1857 (oil on canvas)

Hudson River Scene, 1857 (oil on canvas)
3492939 Hudson River Scene, 1857 (oil on canvas) by Kensett, John Frederick (1816-72); 81.3x121.9 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Hudson River at West Point)

Background imageLuminism Collection: The Breakwater, 1883 (watercolor and pencil on paper)

The Breakwater, 1883 (watercolor and pencil on paper)
1764704 The Breakwater, 1883 (watercolor and pencil on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 36.8x54.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Breakwater. Winslow Homer (1836-1910)

Background imageLuminism Collection: New England Inlet with Self-Portrait, 1848 (oil on canvas)

New England Inlet with Self-Portrait, 1848 (oil on canvas)
3956040 New England Inlet with Self-Portrait, 1848 (oil on canvas) by Lane, Fitz Henry (1804-65); 45.1 x 65.7 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT

Background imageLuminism Collection: Pompton Plains, New Jersey, 1867 (oil on canvas)

Pompton Plains, New Jersey, 1867 (oil on canvas)
3614113 Pompton Plains, New Jersey, 1867 (oil on canvas) by Cropsey, Jasper Francis (1823-1900); 51.1x81.9 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; American, out of copyright

Background imageLuminism Collection: A Volante on a Mountain Road, Cuba, 1885 (watercolor on paper laid on board)

A Volante on a Mountain Road, Cuba, 1885 (watercolor on paper laid on board)
650879 A Volante on a Mountain Road, Cuba, 1885 (watercolor on paper laid on board) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 33.2x51 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Volante on a Mountain Road, Cuba)

Background imageLuminism Collection: Flock of Sheep, Houghton Farm, 1878 (watercolour, brush and black ink and pencil on paper

Flock of Sheep, Houghton Farm, 1878 (watercolour, brush and black ink and pencil on paper
650547 Flock of Sheep, Houghton Farm, 1878 (watercolour, brush and black ink and pencil on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 22.2x28.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Flock of Sheep)

Background imageLuminism Collection: Hill near Kosice, 1910-14 (pastel on paper)

Hill near Kosice, 1910-14 (pastel on paper)
5917394 Hill near Kosice, 1910-14 (pastel on paper) by Slovakian School, (19th century); 35x40.5 cm; Vychodoslovenska Galeria, Kosice

Background imageLuminism Collection: Nassau: Water and Sailboat, 1899 (watercolour on paper)

Nassau: Water and Sailboat, 1899 (watercolour on paper)
1767390 Nassau: Water and Sailboat, 1899 (watercolour on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 38.1x38.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Nassau: Water and Sailboat. Winslow Homer (1836-1910)

Background imageLuminism Collection: On the Hudson River, 1860 (oil on canvas)

On the Hudson River, 1860 (oil on canvas)
4073469 On the Hudson River, 1860 (oil on canvas) by Cropsey, Jasper Francis (1823-1900); 152.8x274.9 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Background imageLuminism Collection: The Shepherdess, 1878 (charcoal and white chalk on paper)

The Shepherdess, 1878 (charcoal and white chalk on paper)
985230 The Shepherdess, 1878 (charcoal and white chalk on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 63x32.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Shepherdess. Winslow Homer (1836-1910)

Background imageLuminism Collection: Returning from the Sping, 1874 (oil on panel)

Returning from the Sping, 1874 (oil on panel)
985321 Returning from the Sping, 1874 (oil on panel) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 20.3x15.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Returning from the Sping. Winslow Homer (1836-1910). Oil on panel

Background imageLuminism Collection: The Honeymoon, 1875 (pencil and Chinese white on gray paper)

The Honeymoon, 1875 (pencil and Chinese white on gray paper)
650869 The Honeymoon, 1875 (pencil and Chinese white on gray paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 22.5x28.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Honeymoon. Winslow Homer (1836-1910)

Background imageLuminism Collection: The Faggot Gatherer, 1883 (watercolour on paper)

The Faggot Gatherer, 1883 (watercolour on paper)
650526 The Faggot Gatherer, 1883 (watercolour on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 35.6x50.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Faggot Gatherer. Winslow Homer (1836-1910)

Background imageLuminism Collection: Maria at La Granja, 1907 (oil on canvas)

Maria at La Granja, 1907 (oil on canvas)
6040427 MarAia at La Granja, 1907 (oil on canvas) by Sorolla y Bastida, Joaquin (1863-1923); 170.5x85.1 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; eSan Diego Museum of Art; Gift of Mr. Archer M

Background imageLuminism Collection: Two Schooners, 1880 (graphite and white gouache on paper)

Two Schooners, 1880 (graphite and white gouache on paper)
985026 Two Schooners, 1880 (graphite and white gouache on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 12.3x21.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Two Schooners. Winslow Homer (1836-1910)

Background imageLuminism Collection: Siegfried, 1910. Creator: Haye, Raymond de la (1882-1914)

Siegfried, 1910. Creator: Haye, Raymond de la (1882-1914)
Siegfried, 1910. Found in the collection of Stedelijk Museum Wuyts-Van Campen en Baron Caroly, Lier

Background imageLuminism Collection: Queen Victoria Eugenie of Spain (1887-1969), 1911. Creator: Sorolla y Bastida, Joaquin

Queen Victoria Eugenie of Spain (1887-1969), 1911. Creator: Sorolla y Bastida, Joaquin
Queen Victoria Eugenie of Spain (1887-1969), 1911. Found in the Collection of The Hispanic Society of America, New York

Background imageLuminism Collection: Elena in Black Hat, 1910. Creator: Sorolla y Bastida, Joaquin (1863-1923)

Elena in Black Hat, 1910. Creator: Sorolla y Bastida, Joaquin (1863-1923)
Elena in Black Hat, 1910. Private Collection

Background imageLuminism Collection: Maria Christina of Austria (1858-1929), Queen of Spain, 1888. Creator: Sorolla y Bastida

Maria Christina of Austria (1858-1929), Queen of Spain, 1888. Creator: Sorolla y Bastida
Maria Christina of Austria (1858-1929), Queen of Spain, 1888. Private Collection

Background imageLuminism Collection: Elena in a Yellow Robe, 1909. Creator: Sorolla y Bastida, Joaquin (1863-1923)

Elena in a Yellow Robe, 1909. Creator: Sorolla y Bastida, Joaquin (1863-1923)
Elena in a Yellow Robe, 1909. Private Collection

Background imageLuminism Collection: Clotilde Strolling in the Gardens of La Granja, 1907. Creator: Sorolla y Bastida

Clotilde Strolling in the Gardens of La Granja, 1907. Creator: Sorolla y Bastida
Clotilde Strolling in the Gardens of La Granja, 1907. Found in the Collection of Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Havana



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Luminism, an artistic movement that emerged in the mid-19th century, sought to capture the ethereal beauty of light and its effects on landscapes. In July - before noon or The Orchard, 1890 by an unknown artist transports us to a serene morning in a picturesque orchard, where sunlight filters through the leaves creating a magical atmosphere. The Mother, 1895-1900 by another unidentified artist showcases luminism's focus on capturing moments of tranquility and introspection. This painting depicts a mother tenderly cradling her child amidst soft lighting, evoking feelings of warmth and love. Summer, 1893 (oil on canvas) by yet another anonymous painter portrays nature at its most vibrant. With bold brushstrokes and vivid colors, this artwork immerses us in the essence of summertime bliss. William Bradford's The Coast of Labrador, 1866 takes us on an expedition to remote lands bathed in golden hues as sunlight dances upon icy waters. Martin Johnson Heade's York Harbor, Coast of Maine from 1877 captures the coastal beauty with meticulous attention to detail. Shepherdess from 1877 is a delicate charcoal drawing that exemplifies luminism's ability to convey serenity even in simple scenes. Schooners at Anchor, Key West from 1903 brings alive the shimmering waters through watercolor and pencil strokes. Pulling the Dory from 1880 masterfully combines watercolor and pencil techniques to depict fishermen engaged in their daily tasks under gentle rays of sunshine. Portrait of Arthur Benson Homer from 1853 immortalizes a moment captured with precise pencil strokes. Girl Reading Under an Oak Tree painted by an unknown artist in 1879 invites us into a peaceful world where time stands still as we observe her lost within pages while dappled light plays upon her face. The Artist's Brother Charles Savage Homer Jr. , created by his sibling using watercolor and gouache, showcases the intimate connection between family members.