Author: Elizabeth Gleason
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Silent Snowfall: Limburg’s Retreat
Merrill Coffin’s “Silent Snowfall: Limburg’s Retreat” invites you into the serene embrace of a winter landscape, capturing the quiet charm of John Limburg’s hunting cabin just beyond the Nickle Inn, nestled in Little Bone Run. The cabin, wrapped in a blanket of snow, emits a cozy warmth with the gentle…
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Whispers of Winter Birch
Merrill Coffin’s “Whispers of Winter Birch” transports you into a tranquil and wintry landscape where the subtle beauty of nature unfolds against a backdrop of dark grey skies, merging seamlessly into a snowy scene. At the forefront, the canvas captures the ethereal essence of a birch tree, its slender trunk…
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Maple Syrup Harvest in Winter
Merrill Coffin captures the essence of Maple Syrup Season in ‘Maple Syrup Harvest in Winter.’ Against a muted winter sky, a sugar house stands in the background, emitting wisps of smoke from its chimney. The scene is a testament to the timeless tradition of tapping maple trees for that liquid…
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Winter Shadows
Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Merrill Coffin’s “Winter Shadows.” This captivating winter scene transports viewers to a serene landscape blanketed in snow. A majestic barn, standing amidst a forest of stoic trees, takes center stage. The snow-covered branches create a picturesque winter wonderland, casting a hushed stillness over…
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Morning Fog on the Cape
In Merrill Coffin’s evocative masterpiece, “Morning Fog on the Cape,” the canvas is bathed in the ethereal glow of a misty New England dawn. The tranquil scene unfolds as two boats, gently anchored in the harbor, become focal points in a maritime painting. Amidst the delicate tendrils of morning fog,…
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Autumn Melody
In Merrill Coffin’s acrylic painting titled “Autumn Melody,” the canvas comes alive with the vibrant hues of fall foliage as three enchanting yellow finches gather around a handcrafted bluebird house. The scene unfolds in a field, where the beauty of autumn is on full display. The focal point of the…
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The Bear and Cubs
Merrill Coffin’s wildlife “The Bear and Cubs” transports viewers into the heart of Western New York wilderness where a black bear and her two playful cubs engage in the timeless ritual of foraging by a babbling stream. At the center of the composition stands the majestic black bear, a symbol…
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Autumn Post
Merrill Coffin’s “Autumn Post” captivates the essence of fall with a display of golden birch trees, their leaves ablaze with hues of amber and ochre. The scene unfolds against a backdrop of rural simplicity, where a weathered barn stands as a silent witness to the passage of time. The old…
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Time for Buttering
Merrill Coffin’s “Time for Buttering” invites viewers into a nostalgic tableau, a glimpse into a bygone era where the heart of the home is a warm, worn-keeping room. The scene unfolds against a backdrop of red wallpaper adorned with faded and tearing yellow starbursts, a visual testament to the passage…
