Category: Artwork
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The Lois C
Merrill Coffin’s The Lois C is a tender tribute, not only to the maritime traditions he often celebrated, but also to his wife, for whom the piece is named. This painting captures a moment of stillness on the water, where work and devotion meet in a scene of quiet beauty.…
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Golden Fields & Crimson Wings
An Autumn Moment by Merrill Coffin Merrill Coffin’s work has always captured the quiet poetry of rural life, and this autumn scene is no exception. In the painting done in 1995, the bold red of a male cardinal perched atop a weathered fence post draws the eye immediately. Just below,…
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The Empty Stand
Merrill Coffin’s The Empty Stand captures a moment of stillness in the late autumn woods—a hauntingly beautiful scene that speaks to both the natural rhythms of wildlife and the silent presence of the hunter’s world. At the heart of the composition, a magnificent 12-point buck stands poised beside a graceful…
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Union Soldiers in the Fight
Merrill Coffin’s “Union Soldiers in the Fight“ captures a moment of intensity and determination on the battlefield during the Civil War. The painting brings history to life, showcasing Union soldiers locked in combat, their figures partially obscured by the thick smoke of war. The composition draws the eye to the…
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Pheasants and the Milkcan
Merrill Coffin’s Pheasant and the Milkcan is a stunning composition that captures the quiet beauty of rural life. The painting transports the viewer to a golden autumn field, where time seems to slow, and nature seamlessly blends with remnants of the past. At the heart of the piece, a pheasant…
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Curious Blue Jays
Merrill Coffin’s Curious Blue Jays – A Timeless Study of Nature and Nostalgia Merrill Coffin’s Curious Blue Jays is a captivating autumnal scene that blends nature, nostalgia, and rustic charm into a single, evocative composition. This painting, exhibited at the Octagon Gallery at Patterson Library in Westfield in the 1990s,…
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Lobster Catch
Merrill Coffin’s Lobster Catch captures the quiet industry of coastal life in a beautifully detailed seascape. In this privately held painting, two lobstermen stand on a weathered stone wharf, preparing their traps for the day’s work. Beside them, a red boathouse adorned with colorful lobster markers serves as a striking…
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Fishing Hole
Nestled in a golden field, an old grey barn stands as a quiet sentinel of time, its weathered wood blending harmoniously with the warm hues of the season. In the foreground, a serene pond mirrors the crisp autumn sky, the golden leaves, and the steadfast barn, creating a tranquil scene…
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A Silent Watcher
Merrill Coffin’s Enchanting Barn Owl In this striking painting by artist Merrill Coffin, we are invited into the intimate world of a barn owl perched on a piece of driftwood against a pristine white backdrop. At first glance, the composition appears simple and serene. But look a little closer, and…
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Capturing Tranquility
Merrill Coffin’s painting offers a serene glimpse into an autumnal Amish countryside. The center foreground depicts a wholesome moment between a teenage boy and his loyal companion. Wearing blue overalls and a straw hat, the boy bends down to scratch his dog’s ear. The dog, a white and black beauty,…