Coastal Classics

A charming 19th-century coastal scene capturing a quiet moment between an artist and his young subject on a sun-drenched Mediterranean shore.

A dramatic 19th-century maritime scene capturing the raw power of a storm at sea.

A powerful 19th-century coastal scene featuring the iconic cliffs of Étretat amidst a turbulent sea.

A vibrant 18th-century Venetian veduta capturing the ceremonial return of the Doge's state galley amidst a crowded harbor.

A luminous and dynamic scene of Spanish fishermen working with their nets under a brilliant, sun-drenched sky.

A lively 18th-century watercolor capturing the celebratory atmosphere of a coastal town greeting a returning naval fleet.

A dramatic maritime scene capturing the heroic rescue efforts during the wreck of the HMS Magnificent in 1804.

This dramatic 1821 maritime painting by Thomas Luny depicts the historic wreck of the 'Dutton' amidst turbulent seas.

A dramatic and atmospheric coastal scene capturing the powerful collision of land and sea in a painterly style.

A dramatic and masterfully rendered 19th-century marine scene depicting ships battling rough seas at daybreak.