Seascape

1911

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This print shows a stormy seascape with swirling waves and dark clouds. The sky is thick with chaotic lines, making it look like wind and rain. Below, the water churns in jagged shapes, while a small boat sits far off to the left, barely visible. The artist used heavy shading to create depth, with almost no light areas. This makes the scene feel dramatic and intense. Look up *chiaroscuro* next to see how this technique works.