Artist: Carlton Theodore Chapman
Medium: Watercolor on paper
Creation Year: c. 1900
Dimensions: 11 1/2 × 20 inches
Style: Impressionist, Marine
Period: early 20th Century
Condition: Excellent
Description: This c. 1900 watercolor by Carlton T. Chapman depicts a quiet harbor scene with moored sailing vessels and weathered wooden docks extending into calm blue water. Known for his maritime subjects, Chapman captures both the structural precision of the ships and the atmospheric softness of the coastal light. His delicate washes of blue, brown, and gray convey depth and reflection, while the careful rendering of the pilings and sails evokes a sense of craftsmanship and stillness. A leading American marine painter of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Chapman often depicted naval and harbor life with both accuracy and lyricism, and this work exemplifies his ability to merge technical skill with poetic realism.
Artist: Carlton Theodore Chapman
Medium: Watercolor on paper
Creation Year: c. 1900
Dimensions: 11 1/2 × 20 inches
Style: Impressionist, Marine
Period: early 20th Century
Condition: Excellent
Description: This c. 1900 watercolor by Carlton T. Chapman depicts a quiet harbor scene with moored sailing vessels and weathered wooden docks extending into calm blue water. Known for his maritime subjects, Chapman captures both the structural precision of the ships and the atmospheric softness of the coastal light. His delicate washes of blue, brown, and gray convey depth and reflection, while the careful rendering of the pilings and sails evokes a sense of craftsmanship and stillness. A leading American marine painter of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Chapman often depicted naval and harbor life with both accuracy and lyricism, and this work exemplifies his ability to merge technical skill with poetic realism.
