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19th Century English school, Shipping in rough seas

Circa 1880

$1,950
£1,472.56
€1,685.95
CA$2,753.91
A$3,006.61
CHF 1,576.24
MX$36,516.44
NOK 19,684.71
SEK 18,587.61
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About the Item

This dramatic seascape, painted in the mid-19th century, captures the timeless struggle between man, vessel, and the unforgiving sea. The composition centers on a distressed sailing ship, its masts broken and rigging tangled as it lists perilously towards a rocky shore. The waves crash with restless energy, rendered in urgent, foaming strokes that heighten the sense of imminent disaster. To the right, a solitary lighthouse rises from the headland, its pale tower standing as a steadfast sentinel against the turbulent sea. Figures can be glimpsed upon the pier, helpless observers to the unfolding wreck. The juxtaposition of the storm-battered ship and the enduring lighthouse evokes themes of survival, loss, and the eternal human battle with nature. Though unsigned, the painting displays qualities reminiscent of Victorian marine artists such as Thomas Rose Miles or George Chambers, whose works often combined narrative drama with keen observation of ships and coastal architecture. The restrained palette of greys, blues, and ochres emphasizes atmosphere over detail, giving the work a romantic intensity that speaks to the maritime traditions of the period. Housed in a period black and gilt frame, this painting would appeal to collectors of maritime art and admirers of seascapes that combine historical interest with dramatic visual impact. Framed in a wonderful Vintage hand made black and gold English Frame.
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1880
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Medium:
    Canvas,Oil
  • Movement & Style:
    Victorian
  • Period:
    1880-1889
  • Condition:
    The painting is in good original condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    Woodbury, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU507316925852

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