West Point, Prout’s Neck — Winslow Homer (1900)
Granite ledges, iron-blue sea, and surf exploding to wind. In Winslow Homer’s powerful Maine seascape, the Atlantic hammers Prout’s Neck in rhythmic bursts—stone, spray, and sky pared to essentials. Rugged, clean, unforgettable.
Why it captivates
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Elemental drama — wave against rock, light against storm: nature reduced to bold forms.
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Master of the coast — Homer’s late seascapes at their most distilled and confident.
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Atmospheric depth — layered horizons and shifting weather you can almost smell.
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Timeless palette — cool greys, deep blues, and sea-foam whites suit modern interiors.
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Quiet intensity — minimal figures, maximal mood.
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Statement artwork — a strong focal point for living rooms, offices, and studies.
What you’ll see
Low granite shelves thrust into a restless Atlantic; bands of white surf breaking in stages; a stripped-back sky carrying changing weather. Up close: crisp edges and textured passages suggesting spray. From a step back: a steady, tidal pulse.
A richer historical frame
From his studio on Prout’s Neck, Maine, Homer spent his late career studying the Atlantic’s moods—disciplining composition to rock, water, and air. Painted in 1900, West Point, Prout’s Neck embodies that hard-won clarity: maritime truth without ornament.
Choose your finish
🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.
💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
Size (W × H)
841 × 520 mm (approx. 33.11 × 20.47 in)
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Orientation: Landscape
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Aspect ratio: ~1.617 : 1
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Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) — landscape
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Framing tips:
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Classic look: cut the mat window to ~837 × 516 mm for a neat 2–3 mm overlap.
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Contemporary look: float-mount in an A1 frame for a clean gallery reveal.
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Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
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| Title | West Point, Prout’s Neck |
| Artist | Winslow Homer |
| Date | 1900 |
| Historical Context | Late Prout’s Neck seascapes—rugged Maine coast, distilled composition and mood |
| Print Size | 841 mm (W) × 520 mm (H) |
| Available Finishes | Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails |
| Paper Weight | 160 gsm archival matte |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation) |
| Canvas Weight | 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
Who it’s for
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Homer admirers & seascape lovers
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Minimalist decorators seeking calm strength
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Collectors & stylists curating coastal or modern interiors
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Educators illustrating American realism and marine painting
Our Commitment
Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.
Let Atlantic air and granite resolve steady your room—order your fine-art print of West Point, Prout’s Neck today.
