A Summer Shower
1894
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
1894
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
This painting shows a stormy sea with a ship in the distance. The waves are rough and white, and the sky is dark and cloudy. There are some rocks on the shore, and a few people standing near them. The artist has used a lot of dark colors to create a dramatic effect. The brushstrokes are thick and textured, which adds to the sense of movement and energy in the painting. The overall mood is one of turmoil and power. If you like this painting, you might also want to check out the work of artist Mauritz de Haas.