Shipwreck on a Shore 1845

"Shipwreck on a Shore" is a print from 1845 by Swiss artist Alexandre Calame, who was known for his romantic landscape paintings and prints. The artwork depicts a dramatic shipwreck on a rocky shoreline, with the broken remains of a ship jutting out from the water. The print is characterized by Calame's signature attention to detail, especially in depicting the turbulent waves crashing against the shore and the dramatic, cloud-filled sky. This evocative print captures the inherent danger and beauty of the sea, making it a powerful and timeless image.