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Shipwrecked on a Beach, c. 1822-3 (oil on paper mounted on canvas)
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Shipwrecked on a Beach, c. 1822-3 (oil on paper mounted on canvas)
3366945 Shipwrecked on a Beach, c.1822-3 (oil on paper mounted on canvas) by Gericault, Theodore (1791-1824); 34x52.7 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA; (add.info.: Sometimes called The Tempest, a two shipwrecked sailors climb ashore on a rocky beach after a storm.); French, out of copyright
Media ID 18260353
© Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA / Bridgeman Images
Foam Pitch Pitching Raging Rocks Romanticism Storm Stormy Tempest Toss Tossing Waves
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This print captures the essence of Theodore Gericault's masterpiece, "Shipwrecked on a Beach" from 1822-3. The painting, also known as "The Tempest" depicts the aftermath of a violent storm as two shipwrecked sailors struggle to climb ashore onto a rocky beach. The scene is filled with drama and tension, showcasing Gericault's mastery in capturing human emotion amidst nature's fury. The artist's use of oil on paper mounted on canvas adds depth and texture to the artwork, enhancing its visual impact. The night sky looms ominously above, while foamy waves crash against jagged rocks below. This romantic seascape embodies the spirit of French Romanticism, evoking feelings of awe and wonder at the power of nature. Gericault skillfully portrays action and movement through his depiction of pitching and tossing waves that threaten to engulf the stranded sailors. Their desperate struggle for survival is palpable as they navigate through treacherous waters towards safety. Displayed at Yale University Art Gallery in New Haven, CT, this remarkable piece invites viewers to immerse themselves in its turbulent atmosphere. It serves as a reminder that even in moments of chaos and despair, there is beauty to be found within our own resilience.
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