Category: Americana
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Gathering the Last Light
There is a quiet dignity in this scene—one that feels almost timeless. Gathering the Last Light captures the rhythm of rural life at harvest’s edge, when the work is steady, communal, and guided as much by instinct as by daylight. In this painting, Merrill Coffin turns his attention to the…
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Across the Sugar Stream
This winter woodland scene by Merrill Coffin captures a quiet, meaningful moment rooted in tradition, family, and the rhythms of rural life. Set beneath a canopy of bare trees dusted with snow, the painting depicts a man dressed in a hunter’s orange coat collecting sap, accompanied by a child who…
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Encampment on the Hill
Merrill Coffin’s Encampment on the Hill captures a rare and intimate view of the Civil War—one not of battle itself, but of the human moments that unfolded between conflict. Set on a rise overlooking the hills, the scene depicts nine Union soldiers gathered in quiet preparation and recovery, each figure…
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Autumn Homecoming
In this autumn scene by Merrill Coffin, the quiet beauty of rural life unfolds against a backdrop of a weathered grey barn and golden fields. Overhead, a flock of geese makes its journey south, echoing the season’s change. Birch trees, touched with amber, dot the field, while a great golden…
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Autumn Afternoon, Home
In Autumn Afternoon, Home, Merrill Coffin offers a rare glimpse into rural Americana through one of his few known paintings to feature a car. Known primarily for his vivid landscapes and portraits of small-town life, this work stands apart, both for its compositional choices and the quiet narrative it evokes.…
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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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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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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,…
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The Butler Home
Merrill Coffin’s Butler Home is a masterful tribute to family, history, and heritage, capturing the charm and nostalgia of the Butler family’s home in Ashville, New York. Created for his daughter, Tabetha Butler, this painting beautifully portrays the Smith Bly House, a distinguished Greek Revival home listed on the National…
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Rural Reverie
Merrill Coffin’s Rural Reverie masterfully captures the quiet charm of a rural landscape on a subdued gray day. The scene invites viewers to step into a moment of rustic life, where the simple beauty of a working farm is rendered with warmth and authenticity. In the background, a partially visible…