The Storm 1881

"The Storm" is an oil painting by Edward Mitchell Bannister, a prominent African American artist of the 19th century. The painting, created in 1881, depicts a dramatic landscape scene with dark, foreboding clouds dominating the sky. Bannister's use of light and shadow creates a sense of unease and anticipation, suggesting the imminent arrival of a powerful storm. The painting's focus on nature and its powerful forces reflects the Romantic and Realism movements popular in the era.