Storm te Scheveningen, 1825 1825 - 1826

"Storm te Scheveningen" (1825-1826) by Alexandre Joseph Boens is a detailed black and white print depicting a stormy seascape in Scheveningen, Netherlands. The print captures the dramatic moment as a group of men struggle to pull a ship to safety amidst a raging sea, while others gather on the shore. The scene is further emphasized by the towering church steeple in the background, adding a sense of scale and perspective to the composition. This artwork is an example of the Romantic movement, characterized by an emphasis on nature's power and the human struggle against its forces.