Ocean Cliffs 1881

"Ocean Cliffs" is an 1881 oil painting by Edward Mitchell Bannister, a prominent African American artist of the 19th century. The painting depicts a dramatic seascape, with crashing waves at the base of towering cliffs. Bannister's work is known for its rich colors and painterly technique, evident in the swirling forms of the waves and the textured surfaces of the rocks. The painting captures the raw power of nature and the fleeting beauty of a moment in time.