The Water Fan

1898/99 · Drawing and Watercolor

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Art Institute of Chicago

Chicago, United States

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In this state since: Aug 19, 2026
Source: Official museum collection data

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About

“The Water Fan” is a watercolour (drawing and Watercolor) by Winslow Homer (American, 1836–1910), dated 1898/99. The catalog places it within Realism, with seascapes, work, and weather/seasons among its subjects. It belongs to the collection of Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago, and is not confirmed on public display right now. ART MAP tracks this work's display status over time, with every claim carrying its source and verification date.

Details

Artist: Winslow Homer
Date: 1898/99
Medium: Drawing and Watercolor
Accession number: 1972.190

In the catalog

Realism Seascapes Work Weather/seasons Water Children People Boats United States

Market

$12k – $120k

Indicative

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Auction history

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