Who painted Sea view?

Sea view was painted by Claude-Joseph Vernet in 1750.

Where can I see Sea view?

Sea view is held by National Gallery of Armenia.

What movement is Sea view?

Sea view is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Sea view

Claude-Joseph Vernet , 1750

Sea view is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Claude-Joseph Vernet. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Armenia.

About this work

Overview

Joseph Vernet's 'Sea View' is a Rococo-style oil painting created around 1750. It is part of the National Gallery of Armenia's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene harbor scene with a prominent lighthouse, open sea, and people gathered near the water's edge. The tranquil atmosphere is evoked through the artist's use of warm colors and gentle composition.

Technique & Style

Vernet employed warm colors and chiaroscuro to create a sense of peacefulness, drawing attention to the lighthouse and foreground figures. The technique of chiaroscuro is notable in the artist's use of light and shadow.

Artist & collection

Artist

Claude-Joseph Vernet

Claude-Joseph Vernet (French pronunciation: ; 14 August 1714 – 3 December 1789) was a French painter. His son Carle Vernet and daughter Marguerite Émilie Chalgrin were also painters.