The storm 1902

"The Storm" (1902), a dramatic painting by Finnish artist Akseli Gallen-Kallela, depicts a ship caught in a tempestuous sea. The composition, dominated by churning, dark blue waves, creates a sense of urgency and peril, mirroring the terrified expressions of the sailors clinging to the ship's rigging. This work, with its expressive brushstrokes and heightened sense of realism, exemplifies Gallen-Kallela's distinctive style, influenced by both Symbolism and Realism. "The Storm" is a powerful testament to the enduring human struggle against the forces of nature.