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Tordenregn nedstyrtende i havet, by Unknown, 1791

Tordenregn nedstyrtende i havet

Unknown

1791

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

Tordenregn nedstyrtende i havet is a 1791 by Unknown, a Romanticism work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1791 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows a stormy seascape with dark, heavy clouds over water. A few small boats and people are scattered near the shore, looking tiny against the wild scene. The sky is thick with swirling brushstrokes of gray and orange, while the water below churns with muted blues and greens. The painting’s rough, textured strokes make the storm feel alive, almost like you can hear the wind howling. This style was popular in the 1700s when artists focused on nature’s power. Check out the Romanticism movement for more paintings like this.

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