Coastal Classics

This evocative watercolor by Winslow Homer captures the raw power and atmospheric beauty of the Atlantic surf against the rugged Maine coastline.

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.

An evocative Romantic-era interior featuring an open balcony overlooking the historic sun-drenched Bay of Naples.

A luminous, atmospheric study of Venice at twilight with expressive brushwork and rich golden light.

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

This 1891 maritime study by Albert Edelfelt captures a peaceful harbor scene with sailing ships and a rowboat in soft, atmospheric gouache.

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

A vibrant, sun-drenched Impressionist scene capturing a moment of leisurely transport across shimmering water.

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

An evocative Venetian cityscape by Canaletto, capturing the sun-drenched architecture and lively atmosphere of the Piazzetta San Marco.

A serene and luminous maritime scene of a boy navigating a small sailboat, captured with expressive, tonal brushwork.