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A British warship, lying off a Turkish Port, 1850-1860

Unknown

1855

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

British Romanticism Impressionism Realism Early 19th Century

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A British warship, lying off a Turkish Port, 1850-1860 is a 1855 watercolor by Unknown, a British Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1855 · British Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a quiet harbor scene with a large sailing ship anchored near a small coastal town. The ship has tall masts and a flag flying, while the town behind it has low buildings and a few towers. In the distance, a mountain range stretches across the background, painted in soft, muted colors. The water is calm, reflecting the ship and part of the town. The artist used light, loose brushstrokes to capture the scene, giving it a dreamy, slightly fuzzy look. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like it.

The story of this work

Overview

A British warship is depicted anchored near a Turkish port in a painting dated between 1850 and 1860, attributed to an unknown artist around 1855. The work was purchased from R. Appleby for 15 shillings in March 1963.

Read the full account in the museum source.