Fisherman MA4034

Merrill Coffin captures the rugged beauty of Massachusetts’ coastal life in his painting “Fisherman MA 4034,” dated June 6, 1988, a tribute to his family’s origins before settling in Jamestown. The scene depicts a seasoned lobster fisherman aboard his boat, marked MA 4034, as he carefully checks a lobster trap. The fisherman reflects both determination and familiarity with the harsh sea. In the distance, a boat sails along the horizon, symbolizing the persistent rhythm of life on the water.

The ocean is painted in deep, churning blues and grays, with waves crashing against the boat, giving the viewer a sense of the power and unpredictability of the sea. Overhead, two seagulls glide in the salty air, completing the sense of a bustling marine environment. The composition not only captures a specific moment in a fisherman’s day but also speaks to the deeper connection between the sea and those who depend on it for their livelihood. The painting’s texture and detail evoke the roughness of the fisherman’s world, yet there’s a nostalgic warmth that ties the artist’s personal history to the scene.

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