On Board The S. S. Alesia

Charles Webster Hawthorne’s "On Board The S.S. Alesia" (1928) is a luminous watercolor capturing a tranquil harbor scene. Explore this Impressionist masterpiece's dynamic brushwork & evocative mood.

Charles Webster Hawthorne

Charles Webster Hawthorne was an American painter renowned for his evocative portraits and landscapes, particularly his depictions of New England coastal life. A key figure in the Cape Cod School of Art, he championed plein air painting and influenced generations with his tonal style and dedication to capturing light and atmosphere.