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The Battle of Quiberon Bay
Dominic Serres
A magnificent 18th-century maritime painting depicting the dynamic energy and scale of a historic naval engagement.
The Battle of Quiberon Bay: The Day After
Richard Wright
1760 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A powerful maritime oil painting capturing the turbulent aftermath of a naval engagement in the mid-18th century.
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Where it works
A substantial artwork with a strong pulse with warm, lived-in color — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Library · Living Room · Study
- Placement
- Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
- Walls
- Works across a broad range of wall colors
- Color notes
- Soft cream, Rich brown, Charcoal black
About the piece
Painted circa 1760 by Richard Wright, this evocative oil painting depicts the aftermath of the Battle of Quiberon Bay. The composition centers on the chaotic power of the sea, balancing the majesty of the surviving sailing vessels against a ship engulfed in flames and a heavy, atmospheric sky.
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