The image shows a maritime battle scene with ships on fire and engaged in conflict. The point of view is from the water level. Small boats filled with figures row away from larger ships. The style is that of a classical painting with billowing smoke and churning water created using soft, flowing brushstrokes. The color palette consists of muted sea greens and grays, creating an overcast atmosphere. A large ship with sails unfurled is on the right, with smoke trailing from various spots. Close to us, a smaller boat is filled with individuals involved in the fight. The background includes large clouds adding to the scene's drama.

Fight against Seven Algerines

1720s

Medium: mezzotint and etching printed in green and black on laid paper
Classification: Portfolio
Period: 1651 to 1700
Image size: 4194 × 3555px

Description

The image shows a maritime battle scene with ships on fire and engaged in conflict. The point of view is from the water level. Small boats filled with figures row away from larger ships. The style is that of a classical painting with billowing smoke and churning water created using soft, flowing brushstrokes. The color palette consists of muted sea greens and grays, creating an overcast atmosphere. A large ship with sails unfurled is on the right, with smoke trailing from various spots. Close to us, a smaller boat is filled with individuals involved in the fight. The background includes large clouds adding to the scene's drama.

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Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).

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