Artwork

Storm at Sea and in the Air

Storm at Sea and in the Air, by Károly Kisfaludy, oil, 1820
Storm at Sea and in the Air, by Károly Kisfaludy, oil, 1820

Storm at Sea and in the Air is an oil painting by Károly Kisfaludy. It dates from 1820 and is held in the collection of the Hungarian National Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Storm at Sea and in the Air is an oil painting created by Károly Kisfaludy in 1820, now held at the Hungarian National Gallery.

Subject & Meaning

The painting captures a turbulent maritime scene, with a stormy sky and rough sea. Figures on the shore struggle to maintain their balance, while others attempt to navigate a small boat through the choppy waters, conveying the power and fury of nature.

Technique & Style

Kisfaludy's use of contrasting light and shadow creates a sense of depth and drama, with dark clouds and turbulent sea juxtaposed against the lighter tones of the figures and shore, generating tension and energy.

Artist & collection

Artist

Károly Kisfaludy

Hungarian Romantic painter Károly Kisfaludy painted dramatic scenes full of nature’s power and human emotion.