Who painted Sea view?

Sea view was painted by Joseph Vernet in 1750.

Where can I see Sea view?

Sea view is held by National Gallery of Armenia.

What movement is Sea view?

Sea view is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Sea view

Joseph Vernet , 1750

Sea view is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Joseph Vernet. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Armenia.

About this work

Overview

Joseph Vernet's 'Sea View' is a Rococo-style oil painting created around 1750. It is part of the National Gallery of Armenia's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene harbor scene with a prominent lighthouse, open sea, and people gathered near the water's edge. The tranquil atmosphere is evoked through the artist's use of warm colors and gentle composition.

Technique & Style

Vernet employed warm colors and chiaroscuro to create a sense of peacefulness, drawing attention to the lighthouse and foreground figures. The technique of chiaroscuro is notable in the artist's use of light and shadow.

Seehafen bei Sonnenuntergang, Joseph Vernet

Artist & collection

Artist

Joseph Vernet

Claude-Joseph Vernet (French pronunciation: ; 14 August 1714 – 3 December 1789) was a French painter. His son Carle Vernet and daughter Marguerite Émilie Chalgrin were also painters.