Who painted Burning of the Ocean Monarch?

Burning of the Ocean Monarch was painted by Samuel Walters in 1850.

Where can I see Burning of the Ocean Monarch?

Burning of the Ocean Monarch is held by Peabody Essex Museum.

Artwork

Burning of the Ocean Monarch

Burning of the Ocean Monarch is an oil painting by Samuel Walters. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Peabody Essex Museum.

About this work

Overview

The painting 'Burning of the Ocean Monarch' is an oil on canvas work created by Samuel Walters, an English maritime artist, around 1850. It is now part of the Peabody Essex Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The work depicts a ship ablaze, with the vessel being identified as the Ocean Monarch, which caught fire off the Welsh coast in 1848. Figures in small boats are shown nearby, suggesting an attempt to escape or rescue those on board.

Technique & Style

Walters employs a striking contrast between warm and cool tones to convey the intensity of the scene. The fire is rendered in vivid, warm colors, while the surrounding sea and sky are depicted in calmer, cooler hues, creating a sense of urgency and danger.

History & Provenance

Samuel Walters was born in London in 1811 and later worked in Liverpool, where he became a prominent maritime artist. He was the son of a maritime artist, following in his father's footsteps to establish his own reputation within the Liverpool School of Marine Art.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Samuel Walters

Samuel Walters (1811 - 1882) was an English maritime artist, considered to be the most enduring figures of the Liverpool School of Marine Art.

Museum

Peabody Essex Museum

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