Who painted Storm At Sea?

Storm At Sea was painted by Ludolf Bakhuizen in 1660.

Where can I see Storm At Sea?

Storm At Sea is held by Walters Art Museum.

What movement is Storm At Sea?

Storm At Sea is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Artwork

Storm At Sea

Ludolf Bakhuizen , 1660

Storm At Sea is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Ludolf Bakhuizen. It dates from 1660 and is held in the collection of the Walters Art Museum.

About this work

Overview

Storm At Sea, created in 1660 by Ludolf Bakhuizen, is an oil painting depicting a turbulent maritime scene. Characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age, it showcases the artist's specialty in seascapes.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays multiple boats battling fierce winds and waves, with damaged sails and hulls, set against a ominous sky with lightning. This dramatic scene likely conveys the power of nature and the vulnerability of human endeavor at sea.

Technique & Style

Bakhuizen employed chiaroscuro to heighten drama, contrasting light and dark to emphasize the storm's turmoil. Bold, expressive brushstrokes add a dynamic sense of energy and movement to the composition.

History & Provenance

Following the departure of the van de Velde family to England in 1672, Bakhuizen became the preeminent seascape painter. Storm At Sea is now part of the Walters Art Museum's collection.