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The Capture of Geriah
Dominic Serres
A dramatic 18th-century maritime scene depicting a historic naval engagement under a vast, atmospheric sky.
The Capture of Chandernagore, March 1757
Dominic Serres
1771 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A dramatic 18th-century maritime painting depicting a naval bombardment of a coastal fort.
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Where it works
A balanced work with lively energy with softened warm notes — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Office · Study
- Placement
- Works well as a measured horizontal anchor
- Walls
- Versatile across wall tones
- Color notes
- Soft white, Soft gray, Charcoal black
About the piece
Created in 1771 by renowned marine artist Dominic Serres, this oil on canvas depicts the British naval assault on the French fort of Chandernagore. The work features masterfully rendered ships of the line in the foreground, their billowing sails and firing cannons creating a scene of dynamic historical action against a large, atmospheric sky.
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