Boat in a Storm at Sea
1803
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1803
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white print shows a small boat tossed by huge waves. People inside are gripping ropes, leaning hard against the chaos. The sky is dark with swirling clouds, and the water looks ready to swallow the ship whole. The artist used sharp lines to show the panic and power of the storm. Every wave has its own shape, making the scene feel wild and real. Next, check out the technique: etching to see how artists like this create dramatic prints.