Artwork

The Calm

The Calm, by Arthur John Trevor Briscoe, 1925
The Calm, by Arthur John Trevor Briscoe, 1925

The Calm is a print by Arthur John Trevor Briscoe. It dates from 1925 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Calm is a 1925 print by Arthur John Trevor Briscoe, held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene harbor scene with three anchored ships, their tall masts and rigging at rest. The title suggests a moment of stillness, yet the wavy lines in the water convey a lingering sense of energy.

Technique & Style

Briscoe employed loose, sketchy lines to capture the water's movement, creating a sense of tension between the calm atmosphere and the restless sea.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Cleveland Museum of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.