Shipwreck
1840
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Alexandre Calame
Alexandre Calame (1810–1864) was an artist, born in Vevey.
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Shipwreck is a 1840 ink by Alexandre Calame, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows a chaotic storm at sea. Waves crash over a sinking ship, swallowing figures who cling to the wreckage. The dark, swirling lines make the water look violent and endless. The artist used a technique called *roulette* to create the rough, textured look of the waves. This print is part of a series about shipwrecks, showing both danger and drama. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Calame made prints like this.
Alexandre Calame (1810–1864) was an artist, born in Vevey.
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