The painting depicts a large fish, likely a trout, suspended in mid-air. The fish is oriented horizontally, facing right, with its mouth open and a fly hovering near it. The fish's body is primarily silver with a white belly, and it features brown fins and tail, as well as yellow spots on its back. The background of the painting is dark green and black, suggesting water or foliage. At the bottom of the image, there appears to be a small section of water with white foam. The artist's signature is visible in the bottom-right corner. The overall style of the painting is realistic, with attention to detail in the depiction of the fish and its surroundings. The title of the painting is "Leaping Trout" and it was created by Winslow Homer.
Artwork details
- Dimensions:
- 1263 × 887 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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