The Resounding Sea
Moran, Thomas · American
1880
- Medium
- etching in black
- Classification
- Portfolio
- Period
- 1876 to 1900
- Image size
- 3345 × 1819px
Description
The image displays a seascape with crashing waves seen from a slightly elevated angle. The horizon is near the upper third, with a small sailboat visible. The brushstrokes are dynamic, depicting the sea's energy. The color palette is mainly monochromatic, with shades of black and brown on a light tan background, creating contrast between the waves and the sky. The waves appear chaotic, leading towards distant storm clouds.
Rights & Source
Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).