Sunset over the Golden Horn 1866

"Sunset over the Golden Horn" is an 1866 painting by renowned seascape artist Ivan Aivazovsky. The painting depicts a breathtaking sunset over the Golden Horn, a body of water in Istanbul, Turkey, as seen from a hilltop vantage point. The warm hues of the setting sun bathe the city in a golden glow, while silhouetted trees in the foreground frame the scene. Aivazovsky's mastery of light and color creates a dramatic and captivating depiction of the natural beauty of the region, showcasing his signature Romantic style and his ability to capture the fleeting effects of light on water and land.