Coastal Classics

A masterful 1773 oil painting by William Hodges capturing the atmospheric beauty of Fare Harbour on the island of Huahine.

A tranquil 19th-century coastal study capturing the soft light and atmospheric haze of the California coast.

A masterful coastal landscape by John Constable, featuring a dramatic sky and a quiet shoreline.

A bright and expansive 1858 coastal view showing the historic harbor of Willemstad, Curaçao.

A dramatic and masterful 1902 coastal landscape capturing the raw power of the Irish sea against the cliffs of Donegal.

A luminous 17th-century harbor scene bathed in the warm, golden glow of a setting sun.

An exquisite 18th-century view of Venice's bustling waterfront by the master of perspective, Canaletto.

A serene coastal landscape featuring a historic stone tower overlooking a calm sea, accented by lush Mediterranean flora.

A serene coastal scene capturing a moment of quiet industry in a 19th-century French shipyard.

A dramatic 19th-century marine painting capturing the rugged beauty of sailing vessels amidst Labrador's towering icebergs.

An 18th-century maritime landscape capturing the serene harbor of Plymouth with golden, atmospheric light.

A breathtaking nocturnal harbor scene by J.M.W. Turner, featuring a radiant moon reflecting on the water amidst industrial activity.