Wind from the Sea facts for kids

Wind from the Sea is a famous painting by the American artist Andrew Wyeth. He painted it in 1947. The artwork uses a special type of paint called tempera on a hardboard surface.

The painting measures about 47 by 70 centimeters. This is roughly 18.5 by 27.5 inches. You can see Wind from the Sea at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.

What is Wind from the Sea?

This painting is a great example of Andrew Wyeth's landscape art. It shows his unique way of looking at the world. The painting is known for its interesting view through a window.

Wyeth's Unique Style

Andrew Wyeth often painted scenes from everyday life. He liked to show things in a very realistic way. But he also added a feeling of mystery or quietness to his art.

Wind from the Sea is special because it's one of the first times Wyeth used windows in his paintings. Looking through a window became a common theme in his later works. This allowed him to show both the inside and outside worlds.

The Story Behind the Painting

The National Gallery of Art describes Wind from the Sea as an "iconic example" of Wyeth's landscapes. This means it's a very important and well-known piece. It shows how Wyeth often chose unusual viewpoints for his art.

The painting and some of Wyeth's early sketches for it were given to the National Gallery of Art. They were a gift from Charles H. Morgan. This painting was the second work by Wyeth to join the museum's collection.