Sea view with chapel 1845

"Sea View with Chapel" is a romantic seascape painting by Ivan Aivazovsky, a renowned Russian artist known for his dramatic depictions of maritime scenes. Created in 1845, the painting features a serene scene of a moonlit harbor with a small chapel, a sailboat, and a gondola in the foreground. The soft, hazy light of the moon bathes the scene in a tranquil glow, highlighting Aivazovsky's mastery of atmospheric effects. This artwork exemplifies the Romantic style in art, emphasizing emotion and the sublime beauty of nature.