Who painted Pêche du Cachalot, Cachalot Fishery?

Pêche du Cachalot, Cachalot Fishery was painted by Friedrich von Martens in 1834.

Where can I see Pêche du Cachalot, Cachalot Fishery?

Pêche du Cachalot, Cachalot Fishery is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Pêche du Cachalot, Cachalot Fishery?

Pêche du Cachalot, Cachalot Fishery is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Pêche du Cachalot, Cachalot Fishery?

Museum-quality prints of Pêche du Cachalot, Cachalot Fishery are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Pêche du Cachalot, Cachalot Fishery

Friedrich von Martens , 1834

Pêche du Cachalot, Cachalot Fishery is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Friedrich von Martens. It dates from 1834 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:In plate, below image, at left: Garneray pinx.; in plate, below image, at right: Martens sculp.; in plate, below image, at center: PÊCHE DU CACHALOT. CACHALOT FISHERY. / Paris, Publié par GOUPIL & VIBERT, Boulevard Montmartre, 15, & rue de Lanery, 7 Imprimerie de Goupil et Vibert.

About this work

Overview

Pêche du Cachalot, Cachalot Fishery is a print created by Friedrich von Martens around 1834, combining etching, aquatint, and engraving techniques on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print captures a chaotic whale hunt scene, with a breaching whale surrounded by small boats and harpoon-wielding men. Dark clouds and flying birds fill the sky, conveying tension and intensity.

Technique & Style

The use of dark tones and expressive mark-making contributes to the dramatic atmosphere, characteristic of the Romanticism movement.

History & Provenance

The print is held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.