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Calm Sea
Calm Sea is an oil painting by Adolph Friedrich Vollmer. It dates from 1836 and is held in the collection of the Hamburger Kunsthalle.
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Overview
Calm Sea is a 1836 oil painting by Adolph Friedrich Vollmer, a German artist known for his landscapes and marine scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene seascape with boats on calm waters, a blue sky, and fluffy clouds. A large boat with white sails is centered, surrounded by smaller vessels, some with people on board, evoking a peaceful atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Vollmer's careful observation of maritime scenes is evident in the work, which showcases his contribution to early Realism in Hamburg.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Hamburger Kunsthalle collection.
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Artist
Adolph Friedrich Vollmer (17 December 1806 – 12 February 1875) was a German landscape and marine painter and graphic artist. He and his contemporary, the painter Christian Morgenstern, were pioneers in Hamburg of early Realism in painting.
View from Langelinie towards the Royal naval Dockyards at Nyholm, Copenhagen. Morning Light
Fishing Boats on calm Water
Ships Off the Coast of Zealand. Morning
Skibe under land efter en byge
View from Langelinie towards the Royal naval Dockyards at Nyholm, Copenhagen. Morning Light
Skibe under land efter en byge
Ships Off the Coast of Zealand. Morning