{"title":"Willard Metcalf","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"breton-girl-willard-metcalf","title":"Bretons meisje - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eEen portret van een jong meisje in traditionele Bretonse klederdracht, geschilderd door Willard Metcalf tijdens zijn verblijf in Frankrijk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf vervaardigde dit werk tijdens zijn vormende jaren in Frankrijk, meer specifiek in de kunstenaarskolonies van Bretagne. Deze periode in zijn carrière weerspiegelt een overgang van de academische opleiding die hij in Parijs genoot naar de lichtere, meer atmosferische benadering die zijn latere Amerikaanse impressionistische oeuvre zou definiëren. Het schilderij toont een jong meisje in traditionele Bretonse klederdracht, inclusief de karakteristieke witte kanten muts, bezig met het rustige handwerk van breien.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf hanteert een ingetogen kleurenpalet voor de figuur, waarbij hij de donkere tinten van haar jurk contrasteert met het lichte, door de zon overgoten veld achter haar. De achtergrond is weergegeven met lossere penseelstreken, wat de warmte van een zomerdag op het Franse platteland suggereert. Het meisje staat in profiel, waarbij haar houding een gevoel van concentratie en verstilling overbrengt. Deze compositie toont de interesse van de kunstenaar in het vastleggen van het dagelijks leven van de plattelandsbevolking, een veelvoorkomend onderwerp voor geëxpatrieerde schilders die in de late negentiende eeuw in Europa werkzaam waren.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn tegenstelling tot zijn latere, meer puur impressionistische werken, behoudt dit stuk een zekere academische precisie in de weergave van de figuur. Het licht wordt met zorg behandeld, waardoor een zachte gloed ontstaat die de randen van het mutsje van het meisje en de textuur van haar breiwerk verlicht. Het werk biedt een inkijkje in de vroege stilistische ontwikkeling van een kunstenaar die uiteindelijk lid zou worden van The Ten, een groep Amerikaanse schilders die zich afsplitsten van de Society of American Artists om een meer individualistische stijl na te streven. Het schilderij blijft een duidelijk voorbeeld van de invloed die Europese reizen en blootstelling aan en plein air-schilderkunst hadden op Amerikaanse kunstenaars uit die tijd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eMisschien vind je dit ook interessant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/impression-sunrise-claude-monet-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eImpression, soleil levant - Claude Monet — Claude Monet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/rafales-de-vent-le-brusc-armand-guillaumin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRafales de vent, Le Brusc - Armand Guillaumin — Armand Guillaumin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58345825370447,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58345827008847,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58345827041615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58345827074383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58345827107151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58345827139919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58345827172687,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58345827205455,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58345827238223,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58345827270991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58345827303759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58345827336527,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Breton-Girl_Poster_CompositorV1_1785393771573.jpg?v=1785399370"},{"product_id":"may-pastoral-willard-metcalf","title":"May Pastoral - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene American Impressionist study of a spring meadow, capturing the soft light and budding trees of the New England countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay Pastoral, painted by Willard Metcalf in 1907, captures the specific light and atmosphere of the New England spring. Metcalf, a central figure in the Ten American Painters group, moved away from his earlier academic training to adopt the broken brushwork and light-filled palette characteristic of the Impressionist movement. This work demonstrates his interest in the subtle shifts of colour found in the natural world during the transition between seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is anchored by the two prominent trees in the foreground, their branches reaching upward against a pale, diffused sky. Metcalf uses a palette of soft greens, yellows, and muted earth tones to describe the awakening meadow and the distant, wooded hills. The application of paint is deliberate, with visible, rhythmic strokes that suggest the texture of grass and the delicate budding of leaves. Unlike the more radical experiments of his European contemporaries, Metcalf maintained a focus on the structural integrity of the scene, ensuring the spatial depth remains clear and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf spent significant time in the rural areas of Connecticut, particularly Old Lyme, where he found the subjects for many of his most recognised works. His approach to the canvas reflects a quiet observation of the environment. He avoids dramatic narrative, choosing instead to document the stillness of the countryside. The painting invites the viewer to consider the interplay of light across the uneven terrain, a hallmark of his mature style. By focusing on the nuances of the season, Metcalf provides a record of the American rural experience at the turn of the twentieth century. This print reproduces the original oil painting with attention to the tonal variations and the specific quality of light that defines Metcalf's contribution to American art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/impression-sunrise-claude-monet-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eImpression, Sunrise - Claude Monet — Claude Monet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/portrait-of-mrs-chase-william-merritt-chase\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Mrs. Chase - William Merritt Chase — William Merritt Chase\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58636971082063,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58637112803663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58637112836431,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58637112869199,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58637112901967,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58637112934735,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58637112967503,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58637113000271,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58637113033039,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58637113065807,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58637113098575,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58637113131343,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/May-Pastoral_Poster_CompositorV1_1788277107051.jpg?v=1788277634"},{"product_id":"october-morning-deerfield-willard-metcalf","title":"October Morning, Deerfield - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic American Impressionist scene capturing the golden light and autumn foliage of a quiet Deerfield street in 1907.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf painted October Morning, Deerfield in 1907, a period when he began to find his distinct voice within the American Impressionist movement. The work depicts a quiet street in the historic town of Deerfield, Massachusetts, during the height of the autumn season. The composition is anchored by the prominent brick church, its white steeple rising against a bright, clear sky. Metcalf employs a palette dominated by warm ochres, burnt oranges, and golden yellows, which capture the specific quality of light found in New England during October.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brushwork is characteristic of Metcalf's mature style: confident, rhythmic, and focused on the effects of light filtering through the canopy of trees. He avoids the heavy impasto of some of his contemporaries, opting instead for a more measured application of paint that allows the textures of the foliage and the brickwork to emerge. The shadows cast across the road provide a sense of depth and structure, grounding the scene in a tangible reality. Small figures of pedestrians are scattered along the path, adding a sense of scale and human presence to the quiet, sun-drenched environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf was a member of the Ten American Painters, a group that broke away from the Society of American Artists to pursue a more personal, light-filled aesthetic. This painting reflects his interest in the specific character of the American countryside. By focusing on the seasonal changes in a small town, he creates a record of a particular time and place. The work is not merely a representation of a street but an observation of how light transforms the familiar architecture and natural surroundings into a cohesive, atmospheric image. 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This work captures a quiet, sun-dappled scene, characteristic of his interest in the New England countryside. The composition focuses on two small figures positioned on a stone bridge, their presence secondary to the surrounding environment. Metcalf employs a light-filled palette, using short, broken brushstrokes to convey the flickering quality of sunlight filtering through the canopy of trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painting demonstrates the artist's technical approach during his period of transition from academic realism to a more atmospheric style. The foreground features a shallow stream, rendered with fluid, gestural marks that suggest the movement of water over stones. The trees, particularly the central willow, provide a vertical structure that balances the horizontal expanse of the meadow. Metcalf avoids sharp outlines, preferring to define forms through shifts in colour and tone. This method allows the light to appear as if it is moving across the surface of the canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf spent significant time in the Giverny artist colony, where he observed the methods of French Impressionists. Upon returning to the United States, he adapted these techniques to depict the specific light and topography of the American landscape. Boys Fishing reflects this synthesis, combining a European aesthetic with a distinctly American subject matter. The work avoids sentimentality, instead offering a precise observation of a summer afternoon. The interplay between shadow and illumination creates a sense of depth, drawing the viewer into the scene. Through his careful application of paint, Metcalf captures the transient nature of the season, preserving a fleeting moment of rural life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58735209218383,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58735242871119,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58735242903887,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58735242936655,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58735242969423,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58735243002191,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58735243034959,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58735243067727,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58735243100495,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58735243133263,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58735243166031,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58735243198799,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Boys-Fishing_Poster_CompositorV1_1789266078393.jpg?v=1789266116"},{"product_id":"budding-oak-willard-metcalf","title":"Budding Oak - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene American Impressionist study of a budding oak tree in spring, capturing the delicate light and atmosphere of the New England countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf painted Budding Oak in 1906, a period when he moved away from his earlier academic training to embrace the techniques of American Impressionism. The work captures a specific moment in the New England spring, focusing on the delicate, emerging foliage of a solitary tree. Metcalf employs a palette dominated by light greens, yellows, and soft blues to convey the quality of early seasonal light. His brushwork is deliberate, allowing for a textured surface that suggests the tactile nature of the bark and the soft, budding leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf was a member of the Ten, a group of American artists who broke away from established organisations to exhibit their work independently. His approach to the natural world often involved a careful observation of light and atmosphere, which he translated onto the canvas with a focus on tonal harmony. In this composition, the tree serves as the central subject, positioned against a gentle slope. The shadows cast upon the ground provide a sense of depth and structure, grounding the ethereal quality of the budding branches. The sky, visible through the canopy, is rendered in light, airy strokes that suggest a clear, temperate day. This piece reflects the artist's interest in the quiet, unpretentious beauty of the rural environment, a theme that occupied much of his later career. By avoiding overly dramatic effects, Metcalf invites the viewer to observe the subtle transitions of the season. The painting remains a clear example of his ability to balance observational accuracy with the expressive potential of paint, capturing the transient nature of spring in a permanent form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/the-oak-guy-rose\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Oak by Guy Rose\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/spring-woods-childe-hassam\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSpring Woods by Childe Hassam\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/willard-metcalf\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWillard Metcalf artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58747699953999,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58747707720015,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58747707752783,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58747707785551,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58747707818319,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58747707851087,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58747707883855,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58747707916623,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58747707949391,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58747707982159,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58747708014927,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58747708047695,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Budding-Oak_Poster_CompositorV1_1789118580462.jpg?v=1789118964"},{"product_id":"sunlight-and-shadow-willard-metcalf","title":"Sunlight and Shadow - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA study of light and shadow in a French meadow, painted by Willard Metcalf in 1888. This American Impressionist work captures the interplay of sun and shade along a tree-lined stream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf painted Sunlight and Shadow in 1888, a period during which he spent time in the French countryside. This work reflects the influence of the Giverny colony, where American artists adopted the techniques of French Impressionism to capture the fleeting qualities of natural light. The composition focuses on a row of trees bordering a stream, creating a rhythmic division between the illuminated grassy bank and the deep, cool shadows cast by the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf employs a palette dominated by deep greens, ochres, and earthy tones. His brushwork is deliberate, capturing the dappled effect of light filtering through the canopy onto the ground. The water reflects the sky and the surrounding trees, providing a horizontal counterpoint to the vertical trunks. Unlike the softer, more ethereal approach of some of his contemporaries, Metcalf maintains a structural clarity in this piece. The contrast between the bright, sun-drenched meadow and the dark, shaded areas demonstrates his interest in the physical properties of light and its interaction with the environment. This painting is an example of his early mastery of atmospheric effects, which would later define his reputation as a painter of the New England seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/the-rose-garden-childe-hassam\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Rose Garden by Childe Hassam\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/little-girl-in-a-lane-giverny-lilla-cabot-perry\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLittle Girl in a Lane, Giverny by Lilla Cabot Perry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/willard-metcalf\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWillard Metcalf artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58756258398543,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58756280680783,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58756280713551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58756280746319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58756280779087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58756280811855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58756280844623,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58756280877391,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58756280910159,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58756280942927,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58756280975695,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58756281008463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sunlight-and-Shadow_Poster_CompositorV1_1789207134206.jpg?v=1789207486"},{"product_id":"may-afternoon-willard-metcalf","title":"May Afternoon - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene American Impressionist painting by Willard Metcalf, capturing the soft light and budding greenery of a New England spring afternoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf painted May Afternoon in 1922, a period when he focused on the rural scenery of New England. The composition captures a gentle slope during the spring season, characterised by the pale, budding foliage of trees and the soft light of a temperate afternoon. Metcalf employs a technique that balances observational accuracy with the painterly qualities associated with the American Impressionist movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foreground features a dirt path that winds through a grassy field, leading the eye toward the middle distance where cattle graze near a cluster of flowering trees. These trees, rendered in light, cool tones, suggest the arrival of spring. The background consists of rolling hills, painted with a softer focus to create a sense of atmospheric depth. The brushwork is visible throughout the canvas, particularly in the treatment of the grass and the textured surface of the earth, which adds a tactile quality to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf was a member of the Ten, a group of American artists who broke away from the Society of American Artists to exhibit their work independently. His approach to light and colour reflects his training in France, yet his subject matter remains firmly rooted in the specific character of the American countryside. By avoiding overly dramatic effects, he achieves a quiet, observational quality that invites the viewer to consider the subtle shifts in colour and light present in the natural world. The palette is dominated by shades of green, pale blue, and earthy browns, which work together to convey the freshness of the season. This work remains a representative example of his later career, showing his ability to capture the specific atmosphere of a location through careful observation and a refined application of paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/impression-sunrise-claude-monet-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eImpression, Sunrise - Claude Monet — Claude Monet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/vijf-vrouwenfiguren-five-figures-of-women-katsushika-hokusai\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVijf vrouwenfiguren (Five Figures of Women) - Katsushika Hokusai — Katsushika Hokusai\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58790160564559,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58790173376847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58790173409615,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58790173442383,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58790173475151,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58790173507919,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58790173540687,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58790173573455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58790173606223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58790173638991,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58790173671759,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58790173704527,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/May-Afternoon_Poster_CompositorV1_1789489318092.jpg?v=1789489619"},{"product_id":"old-woman-with-child-and-goose-willard-metcalf","title":"Old Woman with Child and Goose - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA quiet, atmospheric genre scene by Willard Metcalf, capturing a rural moment with an elderly woman, a child, and a flock of geese in the French countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf, a figure associated with the Ten American Painters, produced this work during his formative years in France. The painting reflects the influence of the Barbizon school and the naturalist tendencies prevalent in European art circles during the late nineteenth century. Unlike his later, more luminous New England scenes, this composition focuses on the quiet, rural life of the French countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene depicts an elderly woman, leaning on a walking stick, accompanied by a young child carrying a basket. They are positioned on a dirt path, surrounded by a small flock of geese. The brushwork is deliberate and textured, capturing the earthy tones of the field and the soft, diffused light of an overcast day. Metcalf employs a muted palette, dominated by ochres, browns, and soft greys, which grounds the subjects within their environment. The figures are rendered with a focus on their humble attire and the simple, daily tasks of rural existence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf studied at the Académie Julian in Paris, where he absorbed the techniques of plein air painting. This work demonstrates his early ability to observe light and form with precision. The composition is balanced, with the figures providing a vertical anchor against the horizontal stretch of the field. The geese, scattered to the left, add a sense of movement and natural activity to the quiet interaction between the two human figures. This piece offers a glimpse into the artist's early career, showing his transition from academic training toward the lighter, more atmospheric style that would define his later reputation in American art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/man-winding-yarn-vincent-van-gogh\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMan Winding Yarn by Vincent van Gogh\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/a-friendly-call-william-merritt-chase\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Friendly Call by William Merritt Chase\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/willard-metcalf\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWillard Metcalf artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801525915983,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801527980367,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801528013135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801528045903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801528078671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801528111439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801528144207,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801528176975,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801528209743,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801528242511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801528275279,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801528308047,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Old-Woman-with-Child-and-Goose_Poster_CompositorV1_1789612524543.jpg?v=1789613143"},{"product_id":"closing-autumn-willard-metcalf","title":"Closing Autumn - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1920 American Impressionist oil painting by Willard Metcalf, capturing the crisp light and seasonal colours of the New England countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosing Autumn, painted in 1920, captures the specific atmospheric conditions of the New England countryside during the transition from late autumn to winter. Willard Metcalf, a central figure in the Ten American Painters group, focused his practice on the observation of light and seasonal change. In this work, the composition is anchored by the verticality of the birch trees, their orange foliage providing a sharp contrast against the deep blue of the river and the muted tones of the distant hills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf employs a technique that balances descriptive detail with the looser brushwork characteristic of the Impressionist style. The application of paint is deliberate, allowing the texture of the canvas to interact with the light-filled pigments. The river serves as a reflective surface, mirroring the sky and the surrounding terrain, which creates a sense of depth and spatial clarity. The distant farmhouse, nestled within the valley, provides a sense of human scale to the expansive natural environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis painting reflects the artist's deep familiarity with the topography of New England, particularly the areas around Cornish, New Hampshire. Metcalf often returned to similar motifs, refining his approach to colour and light over several decades. The palette is carefully managed, moving from the warm, saturated oranges of the foreground leaves to the cooler, recessive blues and purples of the water and mountains. The work avoids excessive sentimentality, instead offering a precise observation of a fleeting moment in the natural cycle. It remains a representative example of his mature style, where the focus is on the interplay between the physical reality of the scene and the subjective experience of the viewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/river-in-autumn-gustave-loiseau\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRiver in Autumn by Gustave Loiseau\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/november-guy-rose\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNovember by Guy Rose\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/willard-metcalf\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMore by Willard Metcalf →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801553637711,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801556128079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801556160847,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801556193615,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801556226383,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801556259151,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801556291919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801556324687,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801556357455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801556390223,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801556422991,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801556455759,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Closing-Autumn_Poster_CompositorV1_1789613923405.jpg?v=1789614769"},{"product_id":"haystacks-willard-metcalf","title":"Haystacks - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene American Impressionist study of grazing sheep and haystacks, capturing the quiet atmosphere of a New England field in soft, natural light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf, a prominent figure in the Ten American Painters group, produced this work during a period when he focused on the rural character of New England. The composition captures a quiet, pastoral moment, featuring two large haystacks situated in a field where sheep graze. The artist employs a palette dominated by earthy ochres, soft greens, and muted blues, reflecting the atmospheric conditions of a late afternoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf applies paint with a controlled, rhythmic brushwork that suggests the texture of the dried grass and the soft wool of the sheep. The light filters through the trees on the right, casting long, dappled shadows across the foreground. This play of light and shadow creates a sense of depth, drawing the eye from the immediate grazing animals toward the distant, rolling horizon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the more radical experiments of his European contemporaries, Metcalf maintained a balance between observational accuracy and the expressive qualities of paint. The work avoids excessive detail, opting instead for a harmonious arrangement of colour and tone. The haystacks serve as the primary vertical elements, grounding the scene against the expansive, open sky. This piece reflects the artist's interest in the seasonal rhythms of agricultural life, a recurring theme in his mature career. The absence of human figures emphasises the solitude of the environment, allowing the viewer to focus on the interplay of natural forms and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/connecticut-scene-julian-alden-weir\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eConnecticut Scene - Julian Alden Weir by J. Alden Weir\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/weiland-met-schapen-philip-zilcken\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWeiland met schapen by Philip Zilcken\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/willard-metcalf\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWillard Metcalf artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801580638543,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801602920783,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801602953551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801602986319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801603019087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801603051855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801603084623,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801603117391,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801603150159,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801603182927,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801603215695,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801603248463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Haystacks_Poster_CompositorV1_1789614679483.jpg?v=1789615177"},{"product_id":"monets-formal-garden-willard-metcalf","title":"Monet's Formal Garden - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn evocative oil painting by Willard Metcalf, capturing the structured beauty of a garden in Giverny during the late 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf, a prominent figure in American Impressionism, painted this view during his time in Giverny, France. The work captures the structured nature of the garden, contrasting the orderly flower beds with the looser, atmospheric treatment of the background. Metcalf was among the first group of American artists to visit Giverny, where he engaged directly with the techniques of the French Impressionists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is anchored by the central path, which draws the eye toward the stone wall and the distant, rolling fields. Metcalf employs a palette of earthy ochres, muted greens, and soft whites to define the floral borders. His brushwork is deliberate, focusing on the texture of the petals and the quality of the light as it falls across the garden. The presence of the small building on the left provides a sense of scale and domesticity, grounding the scene in a specific, lived-in environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the later, more ethereal works associated with Giverny, this piece retains a certain structural clarity. The artist balances the representation of the garden's geometry with the soft, painterly application of pigment characteristic of the period. The sky, rendered in pale tones, suggests a temperate day, allowing the colours of the flowers to remain the primary focus of the viewer. This work provides a glimpse into the early cross-pollination of artistic ideas between American painters and the French avant-garde. It remains a study of light and form, demonstrating Metcalf's ability to translate the specific atmosphere of the French countryside onto the canvas with precision and restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/impression-sunrise-claude-monet-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eImpression, Sunrise - Claude Monet — Claude Monet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/vijf-vrouwenfiguren-five-figures-of-women-katsushika-hokusai\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVijf vrouwenfiguren (Five Figures of Women) - Katsushika Hokusai — Katsushika Hokusai\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801621762383,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801628905807,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801628938575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801628971343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801629004111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801629036879,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801629069647,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801629102415,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801629135183,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801629167951,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801629200719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801629233487,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Monet-s-Formal-Garden_Poster_CompositorV1_1789615733972.jpg?v=1789615885"},{"product_id":"gloucester-harbour-willard-metcalf","title":"Gloucester Harbour - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1895 impressionist oil painting by Willard Metcalf, capturing the light and maritime activity of Gloucester Harbour in Massachusetts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf, a prominent figure in the Ten American Painters group, produced this view of Gloucester Harbour in 1895. The work captures the maritime activity of the Massachusetts coast, a location that drew many artists during the late nineteenth century. Metcalf employs a technique characterised by broken brushwork and a focus on the effects of natural light upon the water and the surrounding structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is anchored by the elevated vantage point, which allows the viewer to look down upon the harbour. The foreground features rocky terrain and foliage, rendered with loose, gestural strokes that contrast with the smoother, reflective surface of the water. Several schooners and smaller vessels are distributed across the bay, their white sails providing a rhythmic repetition against the blue tones of the harbour. In the distance, the town of Gloucester is depicted with a soft, atmospheric quality, suggesting the hazy conditions of a sunny day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf spent significant time in Gloucester, and his observations of the area reflect a transition from his earlier academic training toward a more fluid, light-filled approach. The palette relies on cool blues and greys for the water and sky, balanced by the warmer, earthy tones of the shoreline and buildings. This painting demonstrates his ability to balance topographical accuracy with the subjective experience of light. The scene avoids excessive detail, instead prioritising the overall mood and the interplay of colour across the harbour. By focusing on the specific quality of the light, Metcalf conveys the atmosphere of the New England coast during the summer months. The work remains a representative example of how American artists adapted European impressionist methods to depict domestic subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801728160079,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801750835535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801750868303,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801750901071,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801750933839,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801750966607,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801750999375,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801751032143,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801751064911,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801751097679,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801751130447,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801751163215,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Gloucester-Harbour_Poster_CompositorV1_1789616140397.jpg?v=1789616690"},{"product_id":"poppy-garden-willard-metcalf","title":"Poppy Garden - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1885 oil painting by Willard Metcalf, capturing a field of poppies overlooking a body of water in the American Impressionist style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted in 1885, Poppy Garden captures a moment of observation during Willard Metcalf's time in France. The work displays the influence of the French Impressionist movement, which Metcalf encountered while studying at the Académie Julian in Paris. The composition is structured around a foreground dense with wildflowers, primarily poppies, which transition into a view of a body of water and distant hills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf employs a technique of broken brushwork to convey the quality of light across the scene. The foreground is a collection of small, distinct marks of colour, representing the variety of flora. These strokes create a sense of texture and movement, suggesting the presence of a breeze across the field. The middle ground, occupied by the water, is rendered with smoother, more horizontal applications of paint, providing a visual pause before the eye moves to the horizon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette is dominated by the contrast between the warm reds of the poppies and the cool blues of the water and sky. Metcalf balances these elements to maintain a sense of atmospheric unity. The light appears to be that of a clear day, with soft shadows and a high-key colour range that avoids harsh contrasts. This painting reflects the artist's interest in capturing the specific conditions of a site, a practice that would later define his contribution to the Ten American Painters group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the more structured compositions of his later career, this early work shows a direct engagement with the plein-air tradition. The focus remains on the immediate visual experience of the garden, with the surrounding trees framing the view and drawing the observer into the space. The work remains a clear example of the transition of American artists toward the stylistic innovations emerging from Europe during the late nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/on-the-guadalupe-robert-julian-onderdonk\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eOn the Guadalupe - Robert Julian Onderdonk by Julian Onderdonk\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/autumn-sunset-robert-julian-onderdonk\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAutumn Sunset by Robert Julian Onderdonk\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/willard-metcalf\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWillard Metcalf prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801859559759,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801863819599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801863852367,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801863885135,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801863917903,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801863950671,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801863983439,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801864016207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801864048975,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801864081743,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801864114511,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801864147279,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Poppy-Garden_Poster_CompositorV1_1789618805718.jpg?v=1789619661"},{"product_id":"on-the-suffolk-coast-willard-metcalf","title":"On the Suffolk Coast - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA moody marine scene by Willard Metcalf, capturing fishermen in a boat at sunset with a contrast between warm sky tones and cool, deep blue waters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf, a figure associated with the Ten American Painters, spent time in Europe during the 1880s. This work reflects his early engagement with the coastal environments of England. The composition captures two fishermen in a small boat, navigating choppy waters as the day draws to a close. The light source, positioned low on the horizon, casts a warm, amber glow across the upper portion of the sky and the side of the vessel, contrasting with the cool, deep blues of the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf employs a painterly approach, using visible brushwork to convey the movement of the water and the atmospheric conditions of the coast. The figures are rendered with economy, their forms integrated into the broader tonal structure of the scene. The focus remains on the interaction between the light and the water surface, a common interest among artists working in the late nineteenth century. The palette is dominated by these shifting blues and the sudden warmth of the sunset, creating a sense of quiet activity amidst the vastness of the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece demonstrates Metcalf's early ability to observe natural phenomena with precision before his later transition into the lighter, more lyrical style for which he became known in the United States. The work avoids excessive detail, allowing the texture of the paint to suggest the spray of the sea and the weight of the boat. It provides a glimpse into the formative years of an artist who would eventually help define the American Impressionist movement through his depictions of New England scenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801870143823,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801872699727,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801872732495,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801872765263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801872798031,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801872830799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801872863567,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801872896335,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801872929103,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801872961871,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801872994639,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801873027407,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/On-the-Suffolk-Coast_Poster_CompositorV1_1789619410383.jpg?v=1789620337"},{"product_id":"morning-shadows-willard-metcalf","title":"Morning Shadows - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic American Impressionist work by Willard Metcalf, capturing the golden light and long shadows of a New England autumn morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf, a prominent figure within the American Impressionist movement, painted Morning Shadows in 1911. This work captures the specific light and atmosphere of the New England countryside during the autumn months. Metcalf, who spent significant time in Cornish, New Hampshire, often turned his attention to the quiet rural scenes that defined the region. His approach to the canvas involves a careful observation of how light interacts with the changing foliage, creating a sense of time and place through colour and brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features a dirt path leading the viewer into the scene, flanked by tall trees that display the warm, golden hues of the season. The long, blue-toned shadows stretching across the foreground provide a contrast to the sun-drenched leaves, demonstrating the artist's interest in the effects of early morning light. Small figures appear in the distance, adding a sense of scale and human presence to the otherwise tranquil environment. The brushwork is characteristic of the period, with visible, short strokes that build the texture of the grass and the density of the tree canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf was associated with the Ten American Painters, a group that broke away from the Society of American Artists to pursue a more individualistic style. His work often avoids the more radical experiments of European contemporaries, opting instead for a balanced, naturalistic representation of the American environment. This piece reflects his ability to translate the fleeting qualities of light into a permanent form, using a palette that emphasises the transition from the cool tones of the morning air to the warmth of the sunlit trees. The painting remains a clear example of his technical skill and his dedication to capturing the character of the New England landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/the-poplars-t-c-steele\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Poplars by T. C. 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The painting captures a rural scene with a dirt path winding through a field of wildflowers, leading the eye toward a body of water. The composition relies on a clear division of space, separating the foreground vegetation from the rolling hills in the distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf employs a technique characterised by broken brushwork and a light-filled palette. The application of paint is varied, with thicker impasto used to define the texture of the roadside flora and thinner, more fluid strokes for the sky and water. The colour choices reflect the transition of the season, incorporating golden yellows, ochres, and muted greens, which contrast with the deep blue of the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the more radical experiments of his European contemporaries, Metcalf maintained a degree of structural clarity in his work. He balanced the atmospheric effects of light with a recognisable depiction of the physical terrain. This approach allowed him to convey the specific character of the American landscape while adopting the stylistic innovations of the Impressionist movement. The painting avoids excessive detail, preferring to suggest the forms of the trees and the contours of the land through the interaction of colour and light. By focusing on the interplay between the path and the surrounding environment, the artist creates a sense of quiet observation. The work remains a representative example of his mature style, where the observation of nature is filtered through a refined, painterly sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/the-road-to-no-where-julian-alden-weir\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Road to No Where - Julian Alden Weir by J. 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This work reflects his time spent painting in the French countryside, capturing the specific light and atmosphere of the region. The composition focuses on a solitary, mature tree positioned on a gentle rise, which anchors the scene against a soft, muted sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf employs a painterly approach, using visible brushwork to define the foliage and the texture of the earth. The palette consists of earthy greens, ochres, and warm, neutral tones that suggest the transition of seasons or the golden hour of the day. Unlike the high-key colour schemes of later Impressionism, this piece retains a tonal quality characteristic of his earlier European studies. The paint application is direct, showing the influence of plein air practice where the artist worked quickly to record the immediate visual impression of the site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis study demonstrates Metcalf's early interest in the structural elements of nature. The tree serves as a study in form and shadow, with the branches reaching out across the frame to create a sense of balance. The foreground path leads the eye toward the horizon, providing a sense of depth without relying on rigid perspective. By focusing on the interplay between the solid mass of the tree and the open space of the field, Metcalf creates a quiet, observational study of rural life. This work provides insight into the formative years of an artist who would later become a central figure in the Ten American Painters group, known for his refined approach to the New England countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/impression-sunrise-claude-monet-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eImpression, Sunrise - Claude Monet — Claude Monet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/vijf-vrouwenfiguren-five-figures-of-women-katsushika-hokusai\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVijf vrouwenfiguren (Five Figures of Women) - Katsushika Hokusai — Katsushika Hokusai\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801935024463,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801948655951,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58801948688719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801948721487,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801948754255,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801948787023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801948819791,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801948852559,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801948885327,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58801948918095,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58801948950863,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58801948983631,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/French-Landscape_Poster_CompositorV1_1789620952661.jpg?v=1789622542"},{"product_id":"venice-willard-metcalf","title":"Venice - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA study of a Venetian canal by American Impressionist Willard Metcalf, capturing the weathered textures and light of the city in the late 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf, a figure associated with the Ten American Painters, spent time in Europe during the 1880s. This work captures a quiet canal scene in Venice, demonstrating his early engagement with the light and atmosphere of the city. The composition focuses on the weathered textures of the masonry, where the plaster shows signs of age and exposure to the elements. Metcalf employs a palette of muted ochres, earthy browns, and soft greens to render the architecture, contrasting these tones against the clear, pale blue of the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe water reflects the buildings with a simplified, painterly approach. Metcalf avoids excessive detail, preferring to suggest the movement of the canal through broad, confident brushstrokes. The vertical orientation of the primary structure creates a sense of height, drawing the eye upward while the dark, submerged form of a gondola or small boat anchors the lower left corner. This piece reflects the artist's transition from academic training toward a more personal, observational style that prioritised the immediate visual experience of a location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the highly polished works of his contemporaries, this study possesses a raw quality. It documents the specific quality of Venetian light, which has long attracted artists to the region. The interplay between the solid, sun-drenched walls and the cool, shadowed water provides a study in tonal balance. By focusing on the mundane aspects of the city rather than its grand monuments, Metcalf offers a view of Venice that feels intimate and unposed. This print captures the texture of the original canvas, preserving the visible brushwork and the specific colour relationships that define his approach to the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/side-canal-in-venice-john-singer-sargent\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSide Canal in Venice by John Singer Sargent\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/a-venetian-scene-john-henry-twachtman\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Venetian Scene by John Henry Twachtman\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/willard-metcalf\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWillard Metcalf artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58802088444239,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58802091098447,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58802091131215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58802091163983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58802091196751,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58802091229519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58802091262287,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58802091295055,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58802091327823,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58802091360591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58802091393359,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58802091426127,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Venice_Poster_CompositorV1_1789626551397.jpg?v=1789627121"},{"product_id":"tea-on-the-porch-willard-metcalf","title":"Tea on the Porch - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA quiet, sun-drenched scene of an elderly couple enjoying tea on a porch, rendered in the characteristic light-filled style of American Impressionism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf, a prominent figure in the Ten American Painters group, produced this work during a period when he focused on the quietude of domestic life. The painting depicts an elderly couple seated at a table on a sun-dappled porch. The man, wearing a dark suit, reads a newspaper, while the woman sits opposite him, holding a teacup. A small dog rests near the table leg, adding a sense of informal domesticity to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf employs a palette dominated by greens and whites, capturing the dappled light filtering through the foliage above. The brushwork is characteristic of his mature style, balancing descriptive detail with the loose, light-filled application associated with the American Impressionist movement. The composition is anchored by the white tablecloth, which acts as a reflective surface for the ambient light, contrasting with the dark clothing of the figures. The background dissolves into a soft, verdant blur, suggesting the warmth of a summer afternoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work reflects the artist's interest in the intersection of human activity and the natural environment. Rather than focusing on grand narratives, Metcalf captures a fleeting, private moment. The interplay of shadow and light across the table and the figures demonstrates his technical proficiency in rendering atmospheric conditions. The painting remains a clear example of the artist's ability to imbue everyday scenes with a sense of calm and observational precision. By focusing on the texture of the tablecloth and the play of light on the foliage, Metcalf creates a scene that feels both immediate and timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/the-nursery-william-merritt-chase-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Nursery by William Merritt Chase\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/le-bain-du-bebe-maximilien-luce\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLe Bain Du Bébé by Maximilien Luce\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/willard-metcalf\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWillard Metcalf prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58802092867919,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58802097357135,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58802097389903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58802097422671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58802097455439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58802097488207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58802097520975,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58802097553743,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58802097586511,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58802097619279,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58802097652047,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58802097684815,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Tea-on-the-Porch_Poster_CompositorV1_1789626772360.jpg?v=1789627320"},{"product_id":"the-sunny-brook-chester-vermont-willard-metcalf","title":"The Sunny Brook, Chester, Vermont - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene impressionist study of a winding brook in Chester, Vermont, painted by Willard Metcalf in 1923.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf, a central figure in the Ten American Painters group, produced this work during his later years. By the 1920s, he had moved away from the more rigid academic training of his youth, embracing a looser, more atmospheric approach to the New England countryside. This painting captures a specific moment in Chester, Vermont, where the artist spent significant time observing the seasonal shifts of the rural environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is anchored by the gentle curve of the brook, which draws the eye from the foreground into the middle distance. Metcalf employs a palette of soft greens, ochres, and earthy browns to describe the meadow and the stream. The brushwork is deliberate, allowing the texture of the paint to suggest the movement of water and the uneven surface of the grass. The trees in the background are rendered with a lighter touch, creating a sense of depth and airiness that contrasts with the more solid forms of the bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf was known for his ability to capture the specific quality of light found in the northern United States. In this piece, the sunlight filters across the meadow, creating subtle variations in tone that define the contours of the terrain. The work avoids excessive detail, focusing instead on the overall mood and the interplay between the water and the surrounding vegetation. It is a representative example of his mature style, which prioritised direct observation and a harmonious balance of colour. The painting reflects his deep familiarity with the Vermont terrain, a subject he returned to frequently throughout his career. By focusing on the quietude of the stream, Metcalf invites the viewer to consider the stillness of the natural world, presented without artifice or dramatic narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/springtime-robert-julian-onderdonk\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSpringtime by Robert Julian Onderdonk\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/mysterious-t-c-steele\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMysterious by T. 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Steele\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/willard-metcalf\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWillard Metcalf artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58802186781007,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58802203132239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58802203165007,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58802203197775,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58802203230543,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58802203263311,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58802203296079,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58802203328847,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58802203361615,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58802203394383,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58802203427151,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58802203459919,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Sunny-Brook-Chester-Vermont_Poster_CompositorV1_1789629777363.jpg?v=1789630459"},{"product_id":"battery-park-spring-willard-metcalf","title":"Battery Park, Spring - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA view of Battery Park in 1902, capturing the intersection of urban railway transit and the fresh greenery of spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf, a prominent figure in the Ten American Painters group, captured this view of Battery Park in 1902. The composition offers an elevated perspective, looking down upon the railway tracks and the verdant expanse of the park towards the New York harbour. The scene is bathed in the soft, diffused light characteristic of early spring, with the fresh, pale greens of the budding trees contrasting against the industrial elements of the train and tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf employs a technique that balances the observational rigour of his earlier training with the looser, light-focused approach of the Impressionist movement. The brushwork is deliberate, capturing the movement of steam from the locomotive and the dappled light filtering through the canopy. The inclusion of the elevated railway platform provides a sense of scale and human activity, grounding the atmospheric quality of the harbour in the background. The water is rendered in muted tones, suggesting a calm, hazy day, while the foreground foliage is painted with a more varied palette of greens and yellows to convey the awakening of the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work reflects the artist's ability to synthesise urban life with natural surroundings. Rather than focusing on the dense architecture of the city, Metcalf directs the viewer's attention to the intersection of public transit and public space. The painting serves as a record of a specific moment in New York's development, where the industrial and the pastoral coexisted. The application of paint is varied, with thicker impasto used to define the foliage and smoother, more fluid strokes for the water and sky. This piece remains a representative example of American Impressionism, demonstrating a clear focus on the transient effects of light and the specific character of the American urban environment at the turn of the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/city-roofs-edward-hopper\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eCity Roofs by Edward Hopper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/the-green-car-william-james-glackens\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Green Car by William James Glackens\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/willard-metcalf\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWillard Metcalf artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58802336989519,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58802351636815,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58802351669583,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58802351702351,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58802351735119,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58802351767887,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58802351800655,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58802351833423,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58802351866191,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58802351898959,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58802351931727,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58802351964495,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Battery-Park-Spring_Poster_CompositorV1_1789631386209.jpg?v=1789632256"},{"product_id":"the-little-white-house-willard-metcalf","title":"The Little White House - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene depiction of a rural New England home, captured with the characteristic light and broken brushwork of American Impressionist Willard Metcalf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf, a prominent figure within the Ten American Painters group, produced this work during a period when he focused on the quiet, rural character of New England. The painting depicts a modest, light-coloured structure set back from a simple wooden fence. The composition relies on the interplay between the architectural form and the surrounding foliage, which Metcalf renders with characteristic broken brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis application of paint creates a sense of light filtering through the trees, casting dappled shadows across the grass and the facade of the house. The palette remains grounded in natural tones, with greens, whites, and earthy browns dominating the scene. Metcalf avoids excessive detail, preferring to capture the atmospheric quality of the day. The fence in the foreground provides a clear entry point for the viewer, leading the eye toward the house while maintaining a sense of distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf spent much of his later career in Vermont and New Hampshire, where he found inspiration in the changing seasons and the vernacular architecture of the region. This piece reflects his ability to observe the specific qualities of light in the American countryside. The brushwork is deliberate, showing the influence of French Impressionist techniques adapted to the specific light and subject matter of the United States. The work avoids sentimentality, presenting the house as a functional part of the environment rather than a symbolic object. 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Steele\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/willard-metcalf\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMore by Willard Metcalf →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58803060998479,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58803271237967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58803271270735,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58803271303503,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58803271336271,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58803271369039,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58803271401807,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58803271434575,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58803271467343,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58803271500111,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58803271532879,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58803271565647,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Little-White-House_Poster_CompositorV1_1789634569443.jpg?v=1789635768"},{"product_id":"coast-of-brittany-willard-metcalf","title":"Coast of Brittany - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA study of the Brittany coastline by Willard Metcalf, capturing the atmospheric light and rugged terrain through textured, impressionistic brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf, a central figure in the development of American Impressionism, produced this work during his formative years in France. The painting captures the rugged terrain of the Brittany coastline, a region that attracted many artists during the late nineteenth century due to its distinct light and unrefined character. Metcalf employs a technique characterised by broken brushstrokes and a focus on the atmospheric qualities of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is anchored by a large, windswept tree in the foreground, its branches reaching across the frame. The artist uses a palette of greens, ochres, and blues to define the grassy slope and the distant sea. The play of light and shadow across the foreground grass suggests a bright, clear day, while the distant horizon remains soft and hazy. Unlike the more rigid academic styles of the period, this work prioritises the immediate visual sensation of the environment. The paint application is textured, with visible marks that convey the movement of the wind through the foliage and the texture of the coastal earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf spent significant time in the artist colonies of Grez-sur-Loing and Pont-Aven, where he engaged with the plein-air practices that defined his later career. This piece reflects his early experimentation with the Impressionist approach to light and colour. The focus remains on the natural environment, treated with a directness that avoids excessive detail. The work provides a clear view into the artist's transition from traditional training toward the lighter, more fluid style for which he became known in the United States. By capturing the specific conditions of the Brittany coast, Metcalf demonstrates his ability to translate the transient effects of nature into a permanent visual form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58803265175887,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58803276120399,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58803276153167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58803276185935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58803276218703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58803276251471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58803276284239,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58803276317007,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58803276349775,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58803276382543,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58803276415311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58803276448079,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Coast-of-Brittany_Poster_CompositorV1_1789634565195.jpg?v=1789636848"},{"product_id":"may-night-willard-metcalf","title":"May Night - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene depiction of the Florence Griswold House at night, capturing the atmospheric light and quiet mood of a spring evening in Connecticut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay Night, painted by Willard Metcalf in 1906, is a definitive example of American Impressionism. The work depicts the Florence Griswold House in Old Lyme, Connecticut, bathed in the soft, ethereal glow of moonlight. Metcalf captures the architectural precision of the colonial revival structure, contrasting the stark white columns with the deep, atmospheric shadows of the surrounding foliage. The composition is anchored by the house, which sits centrally, while a lone figure in a white dress walks across the lawn, adding a sense of quiet narrative to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf utilised a palette dominated by cool greens, greys, and whites to convey the specific quality of light during a spring evening. His brushwork is controlled yet fluid, allowing for the soft diffusion of light across the grass and the facade of the building. This painting earned Metcalf the Corcoran Gallery of Art's gold medal, which brought him significant recognition within the American art community of the early twentieth century. The work reflects the artist's interest in the tonal qualities of the New England environment, moving away from the more fragmented brushwork of French Impressionism toward a more unified, atmospheric approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painting remains a study in light and mood. The interplay between the illuminated architecture and the encroaching darkness of the trees creates a sense of stillness. By focusing on the subtle transitions of tone rather than sharp detail, Metcalf invites the viewer to experience the calm of a late spring night. The presence of the figure provides scale and a human element, grounding the architectural subject in a lived-in, temporal space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/impression-sunrise-claude-monet-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eImpression, Sunrise - Claude Monet — Claude Monet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/vijf-vrouwenfiguren-five-figures-of-women-katsushika-hokusai\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVijf vrouwenfiguren (Five Figures of Women) - Katsushika Hokusai — Katsushika Hokusai\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58803465290063,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58803626049871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58803626082639,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58803626115407,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58803626148175,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58803626180943,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58803626213711,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58803626246479,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58803626279247,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58803626312015,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58803626344783,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58803626377551,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/May-Night_Poster_CompositorV1_1789636942881.jpg?v=1789638362"},{"product_id":"close-of-day-on-the-maine-shore-willard-metcalf","title":"Close of Day on the Maine Shore - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA moody, atmospheric coastal scene by American Impressionist Willard Metcalf, capturing the quiet transition of light at the end of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf, a prominent figure in the Ten American Painters group, produced this work during a period when he focused on the coastal topography of New England. The composition captures the transition between day and night, a recurring theme in his oeuvre. The scene depicts a rocky shoreline meeting the water, with a small vessel silhouetted against the horizon. Metcalf employs a palette dominated by deep earth tones, ochres, and muted greys, which contrast with the lighter, reflective surface of the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brushwork is direct and confident, characteristic of his mature style. Rather than focusing on the minute details of the rocks or the foliage, Metcalf prioritises the atmospheric quality of the light as it fades. The heavy, dark clouds overhead suggest an approaching evening, creating a sense of quietude. The placement of the boat, partially obscured by the landmass, draws the eye across the frame, connecting the foreground rocks to the distant water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf spent significant time in Maine, finding inspiration in the rugged terrain and the specific quality of light found in the northern coastal regions. This piece avoids the overly decorative tendencies of some contemporary impressionists, opting instead for a more grounded, observational approach to the natural world. The interplay between the solid, dark forms of the shore and the fluid, lighter tones of the water provides a balance that defines the work. It remains a representative example of his ability to translate the mood of a specific time and place onto the canvas through careful observation and a restrained application of paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/gathering-sedge-thomas-hill\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eGathering Sedge by Thomas Hill\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/at-larchmont-manor-long-island-sound-new-york-david-johnson\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAt Larchmont Manor, Long Island Sound, New York by David Johnson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/willard-metcalf\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMore by Willard Metcalf →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58803736183119,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58803851624783,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58803851657551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58803851690319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58803851723087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58803851755855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58803851788623,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58803851821391,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58803851854159,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58803851886927,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58803851919695,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58803851952463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Close-of-Day-on-the-Maine-Shore_Poster_CompositorV1_1789637481954.jpg?v=1789639325"},{"product_id":"the-bower-willard-metcalf","title":"The Bower - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene American Impressionist work by Willard Metcalf, capturing a shaded bower with dappled light and a glimpse of distant water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf, a central figure in the Ten American Painters group, produced this work during his mature period. The composition captures a quiet, shaded area, often referred to as a bower, where the dense foliage of overhanging trees creates a natural enclosure. Metcalf employs a technique characterised by short, broken brushstrokes, which allow light to filter through the canopy and dapple the grass below. The palette relies on various shades of green, ranging from deep, cool tones in the shadows to lighter, yellow-tinted hues where the sun strikes the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the lower left, a small figure rests, providing a sense of scale and human presence within the natural setting. The background reveals a glimpse of a distant body of water, adding depth to the scene and contrasting the enclosed foreground with the open space beyond. Metcalf was known for his focus on the New England countryside, particularly the areas around Old Lyme, Connecticut. His approach to painting often involved observing the subtle shifts in light and atmosphere throughout the day. This work reflects his ability to balance the observation of nature with a structured, painterly application of pigment. The surface texture remains visible, inviting the viewer to examine the individual marks that construct the forms of the trees and the ground. 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Steele\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/may-breezes-robert-spencer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMay Breezes by Robert Spencer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/willard-metcalf\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWillard Metcalf prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58803778847055,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58803853033807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58803853066575,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58803853099343,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58803853132111,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58803853164879,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58803853197647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58803853230415,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58803853263183,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58803853295951,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58803853328719,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58803853361487,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Bower_Poster_CompositorV1_1789637924010.jpg?v=1789639596"},{"product_id":"brook-in-march-willard-metcalf","title":"Brook in March - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine art print of Willard Metcalf's 1920 oil painting, capturing the transition from winter to spring in the New England countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf, a central figure in the Ten American Painters group, produced Brook in March during a period when his focus shifted toward the seasonal transitions of the New England countryside. This work captures the specific light and atmosphere of early spring, a time when the earth begins to thaw but retains the muted, ochre tones of winter. The composition centres on the movement of water, which cuts through the dormant hillside, reflecting the pale blue sky above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf employs a technique characterised by broken brushwork and a light-filled palette. He avoids heavy outlines, preferring to define the forms of the trees and the rocky bank through the application of colour. The bare branches of the trees are rendered with quick, rhythmic strokes, suggesting the crisp air of the season. The water itself is painted with deeper blues and purples, providing a contrast to the warm, golden-brown grasses that dominate the foreground and the slope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis painting demonstrates the artist's ability to observe the subtle shifts in nature. By choosing a subject that lacks the lush greenery of summer, Metcalf draws attention to the structural elements of the terrain and the clarity of the light. The stone wall, partially visible along the hillside, adds a human element to the scene, grounding the natural surroundings in a specific, lived-in geography. The work is a study in the interplay between the cold, receding winter and the promise of the coming spring, captured with a directness that avoids sentimentality. It remains a representative example of his later career, where his handling of paint became increasingly confident and his interest in the atmospheric conditions of the American Northeast reached its maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/snow-scene-robert-julian-onderdonk\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSnow Scene by Robert Julian Onderdonk\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/may-breezes-robert-spencer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMay Breezes by Robert Spencer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/willard-metcalf\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWillard Metcalf prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58803995574607,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58804040466767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58804040499535,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58804040532303,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58804040565071,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58804040597839,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58804040630607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58804040663375,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58804040696143,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58804040728911,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58804040761679,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58804040794447,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Brook-in-March_Poster_CompositorV1_1789639980962.jpg?v=1789640432"},{"product_id":"indian-summer-vermont-willard-metcalf","title":"Indian Summer, Vermont - Willard Metcalf","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene 1922 oil painting by Willard Metcalf, capturing the warm, hazy light of an autumn day in the Vermont countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard Metcalf painted Indian Summer, Vermont in 1922, a period when he focused on the rural topography of New England. This work captures the specific atmospheric conditions of the autumn season in the Connecticut River Valley. The composition follows a diagonal path, leading the eye from the foreground riverbank toward the farm buildings nestled against the base of the distant hills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetcalf employs a palette of ochre, burnt orange, and muted blues to convey the transition of the season. His brushwork is deliberate, applying paint in short, broken strokes that suggest the texture of the dry grass and the foliage of the trees. The light is soft and diffused, characteristic of the hazy conditions often associated with an Indian summer. The sky occupies a significant portion of the upper canvas, rendered in pale, cool tones that contrast with the warmer hues of the earth below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the more radical experiments of his contemporaries, Metcalf maintained a commitment to representational clarity. He balanced the observation of natural light with a structured approach to form. The inclusion of the small farmhouse provides a sense of scale and human presence within the expansive rural setting. This painting reflects the artist's deep familiarity with the Vermont countryside, a subject he returned to frequently during his later career. The work demonstrates his ability to translate the quiet, observational qualities of the American countryside into a cohesive visual narrative. It remains a representative example of the regionalist tendencies within the broader American Impressionist movement, prioritising the specific character of the local environment over purely stylistic abstraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/impression-sunrise-claude-monet-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eImpression, Sunrise - Claude Monet — Claude Monet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/vijf-vrouwenfiguren-five-figures-of-women-katsushika-hokusai\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVijf vrouwenfiguren (Five Figures of Women) - Katsushika Hokusai — Katsushika Hokusai\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willard Metcalf","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58804045021519,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58804220494159,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58804220526927,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58804220559695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58804220592463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58804220625231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58804220657999,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58804220690767,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58804220723535,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58804220756303,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58804220789071,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58804220821839,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Indian-Summer-Vermont_Poster_CompositorV1_1789639991351.jpg?v=1789640542"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/nl\/collections\/willard-metcalf.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}