Coastal Classics

An atmospheric study of light and weather, capturing a lone vessel under a heavy, rain-laden sky.

A dramatic 19th-century watercolor capturing the power of the sea with bold, atmospheric washes and a sophisticated cool-toned palette.

A dramatic 19th-century marine painting capturing the power of the North Atlantic off the Icelandic coast.

An atmospheric coastal scene by James McNeill Whistler, captured with soft, muted tones and delicate brushwork.

A serene Dutch Golden Age maritime scene capturing ships at rest on a tranquil sea.

A classic 17th-century Dutch marine painting capturing a lively day on the coast of Scheveningen.

A classic 18th-century Venetian cityscape capturing the architectural grandeur of the Rialto Bridge.

A luminous 18th-century view of Venice's Grand Canal by the master of the veduta, Canaletto.

A luminous coastal scene capturing the sun-drenched atmosphere of the Italian island of Capri.

A masterfully rendered Dutch maritime scene capturing the play of light on sails and the vastness of the coastal sky.

An atmospheric Tonalist landscape capturing the rugged beauty of the Newport coast with a soft, diffused light.

An atmospheric 17th-century seascape capturing the serene stillness of ships on a calm, misty sea.