Ships in a Squall on the Haarlemmer Meer
1615
oil
panel
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
1615
oil
panel
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
Ships in a Squall on the Haarlemmer Meer is a 1615 oil by Cornelis Claesz van Wieringen, held at Ashmolean Museum.
This painting depicts a chaotic scene of ships in a squall on the Haarlemmer Meer. The dark, turbulent water is filled with boats of various sizes, their sails torn and their masts broken. In the background, a cityscape is visible, with buildings and churches rising above the water. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of drama and tension, with the dark clouds and rough sea contrasting with the lighter tones of the city in the distance. The overall effect is one of turmoil and upheaval, capturing the power and fury of the storm. The painting is a great example of the work of Cornelis Claesz van Wieringen, an artist known for his dramatic and expressive use of light and shadow.
Cornelis Claesz van Wieringen (1577–1633) was an artist, born in Haarlem.
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