“A Storm (Shipwreck)” is a watercolor painting on paper created by J.M.W. Turner in 1823. The artwork belongs to the Romanticism art movement and falls under the genre of marina. Currently, it is housed in the British Museum in London, UK.
The artwork depicts a tumultuous scene at sea, where fierce waves and stormy weather overpower a ship, leading to a dramatic shipwreck. The ferocity of the storm is captured with dynamic brush strokes, creating a sense of chaos and movement. The vessel, struggling against the powerful forces of nature, appears fragile in comparison to the towering waves and dark skies. The interplay of light and shadow enhances the sense of urgency and peril, characteristic of Turner’s mastery in conveying the sublime aspects of nature.
