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John Carleton Wiggins
Walking Home in the Snow

c. 1870s

$8,500
£6,451.37
€7,435.74
CA$11,912.10
A$13,294.93
CHF 6,994.65
MX$161,496.74
NOK 88,673.58
SEK 82,987.36
DKK 55,495.53

About the Item

Walking Home in the Snow by John Carleton Wiggins is a captivating winter landscape that evokes the tranquil beauty of rural life. The painting depicts a lone figure, likely a young lady, trudging through a snow-covered path as dusk settles in. The scene is bathed in soft, diffused light, reflecting off the snow and creating a peaceful yet melancholic atmosphere. A quiet snow covered house with warm lights shows in the distance. Wiggins, known for his mastery of pastoral scenes, skillfully captures the quiet of nature and the resilience of the human spirit in this piece. The detail in the snow-laden trees and the subtle tones of the evening sky demonstrate Wiggins' profound understanding of light and shadow, making Walking Home in the Snow a timeless representation of rural America in the late 19th century. This painting is signed lower left and is in perfect condition!
  • Creator:
    John Carleton Wiggins (1848 - 1932, American)
  • Creation Year:
    c. 1870s
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Fredericksburg, VA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2574215034392

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