New England Headlands

Look closely at New England Headlands. A seascape painted in pastel tones, light-colored houses with red chimneys and light-green shutters in the foreground.

WHY IT’S INTERESTING

Give the image another moment. Which detail changes the way you see the whole? The Art Institute dates New England Headlands to 1899.

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A CLOSER LOOK

Childe Hassam (American, 1859–1935) made this painting. The museum dates it 1899.

The original museum record has the full image, attribution, and catalog details. Return to the work after reading its record and see what you notice.

FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE

Art Institute of ChicagoNew England Headlands

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