Coastal Classics

A serene and moody coastal study by James McNeill Whistler, capturing the quiet harmony of the sea and shore.

A serene 19th-century Dutch landscape of a riverside town bathed in warm, atmospheric light.

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

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 luminous 18th-century Venetian cityscape by Francesco Guardi, capturing the majestic San Giorgio Maggiore from across the shimmering lagoon.

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.