
Moody Landscapes
Coach in a Thunderstorm
Philip James de Loutherbourg
A dramatic 18th-century scene of a carriage caught in a powerful thunderstorm.

1787 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A spirited 18th-century scene of festive travelers on a coach, bathed in the warm glow of evening light.
$243
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4 frame sizes
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Where it works
A moderate artwork with a brighter pulse with softened warm notes — asks little of the space around it.
About the piece
Painted in 1787 by Philip James de Loutherbourg, this vibrant work captures the boisterous energy of travelers atop a horse-drawn carriage. The scene is set against an atmospheric sunset that illuminates the rural English countryside, complete with a distant church and playfully chaotic figures in the foreground. De Loutherbourg's expertise in dramatic, narrative-driven landscapes is evidenced by the luminous sky and the sense of movement throughout the composition.
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1787 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A spirited 18th-century scene of festive travelers on a coach, bathed in the warm glow of evening light.
$243
For the selected configuration
From $129
4 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 moderate artwork with a brighter pulse with softened warm notes — asks little of the space around it.