1875
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
Dominant colour
The Burning of the 'Philadelphia' is a 1875 oil by Edward Moran, a American Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Ireland.
This painting shows a dramatic scene of a ship on fire. The vessel is engulfed in flames, with smoke billowing into the sky. In the foreground, smaller boats are visible, possibly rescuing people from the burning ship. The colors are muted, with shades of orange and yellow dominating the scene. A closer look reveals the level of detail in the painting, with the texture of the flames and smoke visible. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth to the scene, drawing the viewer's eye to the burning ship. The dramatic scene depicted in this painting is reminiscent of the work of other artists who have explored similar themes. To learn more about the techniques used in this painting, you might want to explore the use of chiaroscuro.
Edward Moran (August 19, 1829 – June 8, 1901) was an English-born American painter who specialized in marine art. He is best known for his series of thirteen paintings on the maritime history of the United States.
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