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          Willard Metcalf Most Popular Paintings

          The 25 artworks by Willard Metcalf our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

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          Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Willard Metcalf · 1858 – 1925

          Gloucester Harbor, Willard Metcalf

          1895 · original 66 x 73 cm

          Experience 'Gloucester Harbor' by Willard Leroy Metcalf – a serene 1895 American Impressionist painting of coastal New England. Capture light & life in this timeless landscape.

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #1: Gloucester Harbor
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          Earthy
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          No. 1 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          Willard Metcalf, Flying Shadows (1909)

          1909

          Discover 'Flying Shadows' by Willard Leroy Metcalf – a serene 1909 Impressionist landscape featuring rolling hills & sheep. Explore this beautiful American painting.

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #2: Flying Shadows
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          No. 2 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          Spring at Leete's Island by Willard Metcalf, 1905

          1905

          Lush green fields and grazing horses under a cloudy sky capture the lively spirit of spring.

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #3: Spring at Leete's Island
          Art Movement
          American Impressionism
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 3 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          Willard Metcalf, The Golden Carnival (1910)

          1910

          This 1910 Impressionist oil painting by Willard Metcalf captures a serene valley. Discover the beauty of this masterpiece today.

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #4: The Golden Carnival
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          Earthy
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          No. 4 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          The First Snow (1906) by Willard Metcalf

          1906 · Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
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          Early Autumn, Willard Metcalf

          1908 · Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven
          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #6: Early Autumn
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          No. 6 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          Willard Metcalf: Jewish Girl, Tunis

          1887 · New Britain Museum of American Art, New Britain
          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #7: Jewish Girl, Tunis
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          No. 7 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          The Red Oak (no.2) (1911) by Willard Metcalf

          1911 · original 107 x 109 cm

          Experience the soft light of this Impressionist landscape featuring a majestic red oak by Willard Leroy Metcalf; discover this tranquil 1911 masterpiece today.

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #8: The Red Oak (no.2)
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          No. 8 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          Poppy Garden – Willard Metcalf

          1905

          Vibrant red poppies and serene sunlight define this American Impressionist masterpiece by Willard Leroy Metcalf from 1905, offering a tranquil escape for those looking to bring a piece of fine art history into their home.

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #9: Poppy Garden
          Art Movement
          American Impressionism
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 9 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          September Morning, Plainfield, New Hampshire (1911) by Willard Metcalf

          1911
          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #10: September Morning, Plainfield, New Hampshire
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          No. 10 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          Ten Cent Breakfast

          Denver Art Museum, Denver
          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #11: Ten Cent Breakfast
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          Impressionism
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          Earthy
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 11 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          The Village- September Morning

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #12: The Village- September Morning
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          No. 12 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          The White Veil (1909) by Willard Metcalf

          1909 · Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit

          Experience Willard Metcalf's 'The White Veil,' a serene winter landscape capturing New England’s beauty with Impressionistic brushstrokes and muted tones. Own a museum-quality reproduction today!

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #13: The White Veil
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          No. 13 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          Ebbing Tide, Version Two (1907)

          1907

          Experience the serene beauty of Metcalf's Impressionism with Ebbing Tide, Version Two; capture this tranquil 1907 ocean scene for your home today.

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #14: Ebbing Tide, Version Two
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          No. 14 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          Willard Metcalf, The Passing Glory (1907)

          1907

          Experience the serene autumn beauty of this American Impressionist landscape by Willard Leroy Metcalf featuring vibrant fall colors and tranquil hillsides, available as a stunning hand-painted oil reproduction.

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #15: The Passing Glory
          Art Movement
          American Impressionism
          Color Palette
          Dark
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 15 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          Cap Ferrat, marina Saint Jean by Willard Metcalf, 1903

          1903

          Experience the serene beauty of Willard Leroy Metcalf's "Cap Ferrat, marina Saint Jean." This stunning 1903 Impressionist landscape captures the French Riviera's tranquility.

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #16: Cap Ferrat, marina Saint Jean
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          No. 16 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          The Poppy Garden (1905) by Willard Metcalf

          1905

          Vibrant red poppies and serene lakeside views define this American Impressionist masterpiece by Willard Leroy Metcalf from 1905, offering a tranquil escape for those looking to own a piece of fine art history.

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #17: The Poppy Garden
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          American Impressionism
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          No. 17 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          Closing Autumn – Willard Metcalf

          1924

          Vibrant orange autumn leaves and a tranquil New England landscape define this 1924 American Impressionist masterpiece by Willard Leroy Metcalf, inviting you to bring the serene beauty of the changing seasons into your home.

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #18: Closing Autumn
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          American Impressionism
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          Earthy
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 18 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          On the Suffolk Coast

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #19: On the Suffolk Coast
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          havana harbor, Willard Metcalf

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #20: havana harbor
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          Poppy Field, Giverny

          Admire 'Poppy Field, Giverny' by Willard Leroy Metcalf – a stunning Impressionist landscape capturing Monet’s garden. Hand-painted reproductions available.

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #21: Poppy Field, Giverny
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          No. 21 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          Child in Sunlight

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #22: Child in Sunlight
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          No. 22 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          Ebb Tide (1895)

          1895
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          No. 23 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          Early Spring Afternoon, Central park, Willard Metcalf

          1911 · Brooklyn Museum, New York City

          Willard Leroy Metcalf's 'Early Spring Afternoon,' Central Park (1911) captures the beauty of New York City's springtime landscape with Impressionistic brushstrokes. Inspired by Monet’s Giverny, Metcalf skillfully portrays light and atmosphere in this Brooklyn Museum masterpiece. Discover more about Metcalf and his work at ArtsDot.com.

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #24: Early Spring Afternoon, Central park
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          No. 24 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          Willard Metcalf: The Sunny Brook, Chester, Vermont

          1923

          A serene sunlit stream flows through a lush New England landscape in this beautiful 1923 American Impressionist masterpiece by Willard Leroy Metcalf, inviting you to bring the peaceful essence of nature into your home.

          View the most popular artwork of Willard Metcalf ranked #25: The Sunny Brook, Chester, Vermont
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          American Impressionism
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          No. 25 of 212 artworks by Willard Metcalf
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          The artist

          Willard Metcalf

          1858 – 1925

          Portrait of Willard Metcalf
          Quick facts
          • Top 3 worksGloucester Harbor, Flying Shadows, Spring at Leete's Island
          • Died1925
          • Also known asWillard Leroy Metcalf, Willard L. Metcalf, W. L. Metcalf, ويلارد ميتكالف, ウィラード・メトカルフ
          • Creative periodsmature period
          • Top-ranked workGloucester Harbor
          • Lifespan67 years
          • Room fitliving room
          • Color intensitybalanced, vivid
          Biography

          A Life Immersed in Light and Landscape

          Willard Leroy Metcalf, a pivotal figure in the blossoming of American Impressionism, dedicated his life to capturing the ephemeral beauty of the natural world. Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, in 1858, he wasn’t merely a painter of landscapes; he was a poet of light and atmosphere, translating the quietude of New England scenes and beyond onto canvas with a delicate touch and vibrant palette. His journey as an artist was one of rigorous training, extensive travel, and a profound commitment to portraying intimate moments in nature – fleeting glimpses of beauty often overlooked. Metcalf’s story is not simply about artistic development, but also about finding his voice amidst the evolving currents of late 19th and early 20th-century art, and ultimately, leaving an indelible mark on American Impressionism.

          From Academic Foundations to European Influences

          Metcalf’s formal artistic education began at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, where he honed his foundational skills until 1878. This was followed by a crucial period of study at the Académie Julian in Paris, a renowned center for American artists seeking classical training. Initially, Metcalf focused on figure painting and illustration – skills that would later inform his compositions – but it was during his extended sojourn in Europe, beginning in 1883, that his artistic trajectory began to shift decisively towards landscape art. He studied with Gustave Boulanger and Jules-Joseph Lefebvre, absorbing the technical expertise of French academic tradition. However, it wasn’t just formal instruction that shaped his vision; it was immersion in the European landscape itself. Travels through England and Brittany exposed him to diverse light conditions and artistic communities. A particularly significant moment arrived in 1886 when Metcalf became the first American artist to visit Claude Monet's garden at Giverny, a watershed experience that profoundly impacted his approach to capturing light, color, and atmosphere. This encounter wasn’t about imitation, but rather an awakening to the possibilities of portraying the subjective experience of seeing – a cornerstone of Impressionist philosophy.

          The Rise of an American Impressionist

          Upon returning to the United States in 1889, Metcalf began to forge his own distinct style, blending academic training with the lessons learned from European masters and his growing sensitivity to the American landscape. He worked as an illustrator and teacher while continuing to paint, gradually moving away from traditional techniques towards a more expressive and atmospheric approach. His paintings of this period often depict serene scenes of New England life – coastal harbors, quiet villages, and sun-dappled meadows. Critics frequently drew parallels between his work and the poetry of Robert Frost and Walt Whitman, recognizing a shared sensibility for capturing the essence of American experience. In 1897, Metcalf played a pivotal role in the formation of “The Ten American Painters,” a group that seceded from the Society of American Artists to pursue greater artistic independence and experimentation. This act signified a turning point in American art, marking a shift towards a more modern and individualistic aesthetic. Notable works like *Gloucester Harbor* (1895) exemplify his mastery of light and color, while pieces such as *The River Epte, Giverny*, clearly demonstrate the enduring influence of Monet’s garden on his artistic vision.

          Legacy and Enduring Influence

          Willard Leroy Metcalf's contribution to American art extends beyond his captivating paintings. He was a dedicated educator, sharing his knowledge and passion for art by teaching at institutions like Cooper Union School of Art for Women in New York City and the Art Students League of New York. His influence on subsequent generations of artists is undeniable. Metcalf’s ability to capture fleeting moments of beauty and tranquility, combined with his technical skill and poetic sensibility, cemented his place as a significant figure in American art history. He wasn't interested in grand narratives or dramatic compositions; instead, he found inspiration in the everyday – the gentle play of light on water, the subtle hues of a twilight sky, the quiet dignity of rural life. His paintings are not merely representations of landscapes; they are evocations of mood and atmosphere, inviting viewers to share in his intimate connection with nature.

          A Lasting Impression

          Today, Metcalf’s work continues to resonate with audiences worldwide. His paintings can be found in major museum collections across the United States, including the Art Institute of Chicago, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Smithsonian American Art Museum. He remains a celebrated figure in the history of American Impressionism, admired for his technical brilliance, poetic vision, and enduring commitment to capturing the beauty of the natural world.
          • His paintings often evoke a sense of quiet contemplation.
          • He was a founding member of The Ten American Painters.
          • Metcalf’s work is characterized by intimate and modest landscapes.
          Willard Leroy Metcalf's legacy isn’t just about the art he created, but also about the way he encouraged others to see – to appreciate the subtle beauty that surrounds us and to find inspiration in the everyday moments of life.

          Questions & Answers

          Where are Willard Metcalf's artworks organized by color?

          Willard Metcalf's works can be explored by color on the artist's Spectral Index page.

          Where is Willard Metcalf from?

          Willard Metcalf was born in United States.

          What are the birth city and country of Willard Metcalf?

          Willard Metcalf was born in Lowell, in United States.

          By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Aug. 31, 2026
          Collector's quiz
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          2. Metcalf initially studied at which institution in Boston?

          3. In what year did Metcalf become one of the founding members of 'The Ten American Painters'?

          4. Which artist’s garden profoundly impacted Metcalf’s artistic vision after his visit in 1886?

          5. Besides painting, what did Metcalf do to supplement his income at one point in his career?

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