Coastal Classics

An evocative 19th-century marine painting capturing the majesty of a tall ship at sea under a brilliant, atmospheric sky.

A masterfully composed 18th-century maritime scene depicting a historic naval encounter under a vast, atmospheric sky.

A glowing, romantic view of the Gulf of Naples featuring classical ruins and the distant silhouette of Mount Vesuvius.

A luminous early 19th-century river scene capturing the golden light and maritime life of the Thames near Lambeth.

A detailed 19th-century maritime painting of a British battleship undergoing maintenance in a bustling dockyard.

An elegant 19th-century coastal scene featuring a solitary figure and grazing lambs on the shores of Nantucket.

A masterfully rendered seascape capturing the raw power and kinetic energy of the churning Atlantic ocean.

This 1824 watercolor captures the dramatic movement of sailing vessels navigating a turbulent sea.

An atmospheric 17th-century river scene capturing the golden light and expansive skies of the Dutch countryside.

A masterful 17th-century Dutch river scene by Aelbert Cuyp, characterized by soft golden light and atmospheric clouds.

This 1813 oil painting by John William Lewin depicts a vibrant Australian fish catch against the historic backdrop of Sydney Harbour.

A detailed 19th-century realist painting capturing dockworkers during their midday break.