Artwork
Sea on a Moonlit Night
Sea on a Moonlit Night is an oil painting by Ivan Aivazovsky. It dates from 1858 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Armenia.
About this work
Overview
Sea on a Moonlit Night is a nocturnal seascape painted in oil by Ivan Aivazovsky in 1858, characterized by a serene depiction of the sea under moonlight.
Subject & Meaning
The painting captures a peaceful moment by the sea at night, with a small boat at rest in the foreground, conveying calmness and serenity through the contrast of moonlit water and dark shadows.
Technique & Style
Aivazovsky employs chiaroscuro to create depth and dimension, balancing dramatic contrasts of light and dark with the overall serene atmosphere, reflective of his Romantic and marine art expertise.
History & Provenance
Created in 1858 by Ivan Aivazovsky, a prominent Russian Romantic marine painter, the work is part of the National Gallery of Armenia's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky (Russian: Иван Константинович Айвазовский; 29 July 1817 – 2 May 1900) was a Russian Romantic painter who is considered one of the greatest masters of marine art.
