The Battle of Gangut, July 27, 1714 1877

"The Battle of Gangut, July 27, 1714" is a historical marine painting by Alexey Bogolyubov, created in 1877. The artwork depicts the decisive naval battle between Russia and Sweden, a significant event in the Great Northern War. The scene showcases a multitude of ships engaged in combat, with smoke and cannon fire filling the air, all against a backdrop of a calm, cloudy sky. The painting, now located in the Central Naval Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia, captures the dramatic intensity of this pivotal battle in Russian history.