Storm-Tossed Ships Wrecked on a Rocky Coast

Deutsche Grafik 1563–1750,

The artwork depicts a seascape where several ships are in a storm near a rocky coastline. The view shows a scene with waves crashing against the vessels, some of which are capsizing or wrecked. Close to us, debris and parts of ships are visible in the water. The rocky cliffs rise on the right, their surfaces highlighted by light and shadow. The sky is filled with dark clouds, pierced by a bolt of lightning that illuminates the scene. The color palette includes grays and browns, with hints of white and blue in the sea. The brushstrokes are detailed, emphasizing the movement of the storm.
Artist
Deutsche Grafik 1563–1750
Type
Drawing
Medium
gouache on vellum
Dimensions
20.6 × 28.3 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The artwork depicts a seascape where several ships are in a storm near a rocky coastline. The view shows a scene with waves crashing against the vessels, some of which are capsizing or wrecked. Close to us, debris and parts of ships are visible in the water. The rocky cliffs rise on the right, their surfaces highlighted by light and shadow. The sky is filled with dark clouds, pierced by a bolt of lightning that illuminates the scene. The color palette includes grays and browns, with hints of white and blue in the sea. The brushstrokes are detailed, emphasizing the movement of the storm.

Deutsche Grafik 1563–1750