The Shipwreck, c.1772 by Claude-Joseph Vernet
This dramatic scene is meant to evoke the “sublime,” a feeling that combines terror, awe, and delight. The small, frantic figures are overwhelmed by the violence of nature: the wind and waves and the jagged lightning bolt brightening the dark sky. Moonlight, the partner painting, presents a contrast: a calm, reassuring harbor, peacefully subdued by man-made architecture. Marine painting was popular in the 18th century, particularly in the British Empire, which maintained a powerful fleet of ships to secure its colonies around the globe. British aristocrats commissioned paired paintings from Vernet to decorate their country homes.
.: 175 gsm fine art paper with matte finish
.: 38 sizes to choose from
.: For indoor use
.: Assembled in the USA from globally sourced parts
.: NB! Due to the production process of these posters, please allow for slight size deviations with a tolerance +/- 1/16"
