Storm 1846

Ary Scheffer's "Storm" (1846) is a dramatic painting that depicts a group of individuals huddled together on a rocky shore, facing a raging sea. The figures, including women and children, appear to be seeking refuge from the storm, their faces etched with fear and anxiety. The painting captures the raw power of nature and the vulnerability of humanity in the face of adversity. Scheffer's use of light and shadow further intensifies the sense of drama, highlighting the figures against the dark, stormy sky. "Storm" is a powerful example of Romanticism, a movement that emphasized emotion, imagination, and the sublime.