Forliset 1803

"Forliset" (The Shipwreck) is an 1803 etching by Danish artist Heinrich Grosch, depicting a dramatic scene of a ship sinking in rough seas. The artwork showcases Grosch's skill in capturing the intensity of the moment, with the figures struggling against the waves, and the sinking ship in the background. The etching, executed in a dark and detailed style, highlights the dangers of maritime travel, a theme prevalent in romantic art. The artwork currently resides in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark.