The North Cape
1826
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
The North Cape is a 1826 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This black-and-white image shows a stormy sea with rough waves crashing. In the distance, two ships struggle against the wind and dark clouds. On the left, jagged cliffs rise from the water, while the sky above is heavy with rain or mist. The ships look small and vulnerable, fighting to stay upright in the wild water. The painting’s dramatic lighting makes the waves and clouds stand out sharply. Look up *chiaroscuro* next to see how artists use light and dark like this.
