The artwork titled “Schooner Yachts, Deer Isle, Maine” was created by John Marin in 1928. This piece is associated with the Abstract Art and Expressionism movements and falls under the marina genre.
In the artwork, John Marin captures the essence of schooner yachts sailing near Deer Isle in Maine through an abstract and expressive style. The viewer can discern two triangular forms that represent the schooner yachts, painted in a combination of muted whites and greens against a hazy, washed-out background. The brushstrokes are dynamic and loose, creating a sense of motion and fluidity, characteristic of the Expressionism movement. Marin’s use of abstraction simplifies the forms to their essential elements, focusing on the atmospheric effect and the impression of the scene rather than precise detailing. The overall composition emanates a sense of tranquility and harmony, drawing the viewer into the serene maritime setting depicted.
