The Resounding Sea 1886

"The Resounding Sea" is an 1886 etching by American artist Thomas Moran (1837-1926). The dramatic composition depicts a churning sea with massive waves crashing against a shoreline, a wrecked boat, and a small group of figures on the beach. The scene conveys the power and unpredictability of nature, a hallmark of Moran's work. This print, housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to Moran's mastery of the etching technique and his ability to evoke a sense of awe and wonder in the viewer.