Ships in a Stormy Sea

About this work

This drawing shows two old-style sailing ships fighting rough waves. The water is choppy, with white foam around the hulls, and the sky is full of dark, heavy clouds. The ships look like they’re struggling to stay upright, with their sails half-filled and rigging tangled. The artist used thin ink lines and gray wash to build up the storm’s mood—no bold colors, just shades of gray and white. It’s all about the drama of the wind and water. Next, check out Romanticism to see how artists used nature’s power in their work.