Coastal Classics

A striking 17th-century aerial perspective of the historic Siamese capital of Ayutthaya.

A masterful 17th-century Dutch marine painting capturing the dramatic energy of wind and water.

A dramatic 19th-century view of a coastal monastery framed by the rugged opening of a sea cave.

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

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

A stately 19th-century maritime portrait capturing the 'Euphrates' sailing through rolling waves against a dramatic sky.

A dynamic 17th-century Dutch marine painting featuring merchant ships navigating choppy seas under a magnificent atmospheric sky.

A dramatic 18th-century naval battle captured with atmospheric golden light and billowing smoke.

A dramatic 19th-century maritime scene capturing the HNLMS Medusa in a naval engagement within the Shimonoseki Strait.