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Cape Ann Works by Historic Cape Ann Artists

oil on canvas

Rockport

Two solo shows in 1955 and 1958 at the Rockport Art Association sealed Cordich’s notoriety on Boston’s North Shore. Having studied at the Art Students League and
privately with John Corbino (referred to as the “Rubens of New England”), Cordich called Rockport his home after early life in Yugoslavia and New York.

Notice the drying and net mending structures framing the hard-working pier – and, what’s under the yellow cutty?

Morning Gloucester Emile A. Gruppé

One of the most well-known Cape Ann artists, Emile Gruppé is famous for his iconic representations of local harbors, as well as his generosity and kindness as an art teacher at the Gloucester School of Painting on Rocky Neck, which he founded. The extent of his influence on Cape Ann art and artists is incalculable. Painted during the prime of his career, this is one of our favorite examples of his work.

Lobster Cove, Annisquam

One of Gloucester’s native-born artists, Movalli was an icon of the Cape Ann art community, inspiring art students as well as established artists with his work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and love of life. The fresh, electric style of his work has been described as “expressive Impressionism.”

Mending the Nets

One of the most well-known Cape Ann artists, Emile Gruppé is famous for his iconic representations of local harbors, as well as his generosity and kindness as an art teacher at the Gloucester School of Painting on Rocky Neck, which he founded. The extent of his influence on Cape Ann art and artists is incalculable. Painted during the prime of his career, this is one of our favorite examples of his work.

Starboats, 1923

A competitive sailor, Max Kuehne was also one of Cape Ann’s major marine painters. This work depicts the artist
and his brother sailing a starboat in a strong breeze, most likely off the coast of Rockport. The frame is believed to be a custom period frame, hand-carved and painted by the artist.

At Rest, Monhegan Harbor

Marine painter, etcher and photographer, Hudson’s seafaring abilities and fascination with the working harbors from Cape Ann to Nova Scotia established his distinctive style. He often sketched and painted from a small dory in the water, capturing a low perspective and intimacy with his beloved subjects.