Stormy Sea by Marcus Larson - 1857 - 88,5 x 127 cm Nationalmuseum Stormy Sea by Marcus Larson - 1857 - 88,5 x 127 cm Nationalmuseum

Stormy Sea

Oil on canvas • 88,5 x 127 cm
  • Marcus Larson - January 5, 1825 - January 25, 1864 Marcus Larson 1857

Stormy Sea was painted by one of Sweden's foremost 19th-century painters, Marcus Larson. His paintings were known for being dramatic; they primarily depicted rivers under violent skies as well as shipwrecks in storms. Today we present his classic scene of a dramatic and intense seascape. Known for his romantic and powerful depictions of nature, Larson captures the raw energy of a stormy sea, and a ship struggling against the elements. The dark, turbulent sky and the churning waters convey a sense of danger and the overwhelming force of nature, a theme central to Larson’s work. This painting is considered one of his masterpieces, showcasing his mastery of atmospheric and maritime scenes.

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