Sea Skirmish
1655
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
Sea Skirmish is a 1655 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This black-and-white photo shows a chaotic battle at sea. Ships are crashing into each other, smoke fills the air, and soldiers on small boats fight with swords and guns. The waves are rough, and some ships are sinking while others are on fire. People are scrambling, some standing, others falling into the water. The photo looks like it was taken from a distance, focusing on the drama of the fight rather than details. The lighting is dramatic, with dark clouds and bright spots where the smoke or light breaks through. If you like this kind of intense action scene, check out the technique: chiaroscuro.
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