Sea 1897

"Sea" is an 1897 seascape painting by Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky, a renowned Russian Romantic painter known for his dramatic depictions of the sea. This particular work captures the dynamic energy of the ocean, showcasing churning waves crashing against a rocky coastline. The distant silhouette of a ship adds a sense of scale and human presence in the face of nature's power. Aivazovsky's masterful use of light and shadow emphasizes the turbulent nature of the sea, while the overall composition evokes a sense of both awe and danger.