Artwork
Storm at sea
Storm at sea is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Willem van de Velde the Younger. It dates from 1680 and is held in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum.
About this work
Overview
Storm at Sea is a painting created by Willem van de Velde the Younger around 1680, exemplifying the marine art of the Dutch Golden Age.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a turbulent sea with ships struggling against enormous waves under a dark, cloudy sky, conveying a sense of turmoil and danger.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by its detailed rendering and textured depiction of waves and clouds, achieved through the use of oil paint, with a predominantly dark color palette punctuated by white foam.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Fitzwilliam Museum's collection, and is a product of the artist's specialization in marine scenes, following in the tradition of his father, Willem van de Velde the Elder.
Artist & collection
Artist
Willem van de Velde the Younger
Willem van de Velde the Younger (18 December 1633 (baptised) – 6 April 1707) was a Dutch painter who specialised in marine art.
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