The S. S. Orizaba at Sea 1895

Antonio Jacobsen, a renowned American marine painter, captured the grandeur of the S.S. Orizaba in his 1895 painting. The ship, depicted against a serene seascape, boasts a prominent black hull, white sails, and a tall smokestack billowing smoke. The artist's meticulous detail reveals the ship's intricate rigging and the subtle movement of the ocean waves, highlighting Jacobsen's expertise in maritime art. This painting serves as a testament to the beauty and power of steam-powered ships during the late 19th century, a period of great technological advancement in maritime transportation.