Who painted Brilliant Naval Victory?

Brilliant Naval Victory was painted by Samuel Seymour in 1812.

Where can I see Brilliant Naval Victory?

Brilliant Naval Victory is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Brilliant Naval Victory?

Brilliant Naval Victory is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Brilliant Naval Victory

Samuel Seymour , 1812

Brilliant Naval Victory is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Samuel Seymour. It dates from 1812 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Brilliant Naval Victory is a print created by Samuel Seymour in 1812 using aquatint and etching techniques on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a chaotic naval battle scene, with a larger ship flying multiple flags dominating a smaller, burning vessel. Figures on the larger ship's deck and in the water add to the sense of turmoil, conveying the intensity of the conflict.

Technique & Style

The artwork combines aquatint and etching techniques to achieve a detailed, high-contrast representation of the naval scene, characteristic of the medium's capabilities.