Artist: H.J. Storm
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Creation Year: 1937
Dimensions: 18 × 26 inches
Style: Impressionist, Marine
Period: Mid 20th Century
Condition: Excellent
Description: In Docking on the Shore of the Potomac River by DC artist H. J. Storm, it captures a quiet moment along the waterfront with an eye for both atmosphere and structure. The painting places the viewer at the edge of the dock, where two moored boats dominate the foreground. Their white hulls and upright masts create strong vertical and diagonal lines, drawing the eye toward the distant shoreline. Reflections ripple across the water in soft grays and blues, suggesting a calm day beneath a clouded sky.
Beyond the boats, red-roofed houses and warehouses dot the landscape, adding depth and context to the scene. A solitary vessel drifts further out, balancing the composition and reminding the viewer of the river’s steady traffic and purpose. Storm’s brushwork is lively yet controlled, with textured strokes that convey both the solidity of the dock and the shimmering surface of the water.
This painting reflects the timeless character of the Potomac’s working shorelines, where industry, travel, and daily life intersect. With its natural palette and considered detail, the work captures a snapshot of maritime history, combining documentary value with artistic vision.
Artist: H.J. Storm
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Creation Year: 1937
Dimensions: 18 × 26 inches
Style: Impressionist, Marine
Period: Mid 20th Century
Condition: Excellent
Description: In Docking on the Shore of the Potomac River by DC artist H. J. Storm, it captures a quiet moment along the waterfront with an eye for both atmosphere and structure. The painting places the viewer at the edge of the dock, where two moored boats dominate the foreground. Their white hulls and upright masts create strong vertical and diagonal lines, drawing the eye toward the distant shoreline. Reflections ripple across the water in soft grays and blues, suggesting a calm day beneath a clouded sky.
Beyond the boats, red-roofed houses and warehouses dot the landscape, adding depth and context to the scene. A solitary vessel drifts further out, balancing the composition and reminding the viewer of the river’s steady traffic and purpose. Storm’s brushwork is lively yet controlled, with textured strokes that convey both the solidity of the dock and the shimmering surface of the water.
This painting reflects the timeless character of the Potomac’s working shorelines, where industry, travel, and daily life intersect. With its natural palette and considered detail, the work captures a snapshot of maritime history, combining documentary value with artistic vision.
