The Phantom Ship c. 1870

drawing, lithograph, print, paper

pencil drawn

photo of handprinted image

drawing

shape in negative space

light pencil work

lithograph

print

pencil sketch

possibly oil pastel

paper

pencil drawing

france

tonal art

remaining negative space

watercolor

Théophile Chauvel's "The Phantom Ship" is a striking black and white lithograph depicting a ship tossed about by a storm. The artist's detailed rendering of the turbulent waves and the ship's strained sails creates a sense of drama and danger. This artwork is a powerful example of marine art, capturing the beauty and the unforgiving nature of the sea. It is currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, a testament to Chauvel's skill as an artist.