The Ocean Palace 1895

"The Ocean Palace" is a 1895 print by American artist Maurice Prendergast. The piece depicts a large ship at sea against a backdrop of swirling blue water and a flock of white birds in flight. Prendergast, known for his distinctive style blending impressionism with a flat, decorative quality, uses a limited color palette to create a sense of serenity and movement. The image reflects a growing interest in maritime travel at the turn of the century.