
Coastal Classics
Eddystone Lighthouse
Anton Melbye
A masterful 19th-century marine study capturing the dramatic struggle between architectural steadfastness and the power of a stormy sea.

1708 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A majestic early 18th-century maritime scene featuring the iconic Eddystone Lighthouse and a fleet of sailing vessels.
$243
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From $129
6 frame sizes
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A substantial, grounding work in balanced neutral tones — supports a polished room with depth.
About the piece
Attributed to Isaac Sailmaker and painted around 1708, this striking maritime work captures the architectural feat of the Eddystone Lighthouse. The composition is filled with meticulously detailed sailing ships navigating the busy waters off the English coast, set against a dramatic, billowing sky that emphasizes the scale of the sea.
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1708 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A majestic early 18th-century maritime scene featuring the iconic Eddystone Lighthouse and a fleet of sailing vessels.
$243
For the selected configuration
From $129
6 frame sizes
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A substantial, grounding work in balanced neutral tones — supports a polished room with depth.