The artwork titled “After the Storm” was created by artist William Bradford in the year 1861. This piece belongs to the Romanticism art movement and falls under the marina genre.
The artwork depicts a dramatic maritime scene in the aftermath of a storm. The sea is still tumultuous, with waves crashing and swelling beneath two vessels—a larger ship with a flag billowing from its stern and a smaller, more agile boat. The sky above is filled with dark, brooding clouds, remnants of the fierce storm that has just passed, hinting at the power and volatility of nature. The play of light and shadow on the waves and vessels adds to the intensity and realism of the scene. The precision in the depiction of the ships and the turbulent sea showcases Bradford’s mastery in capturing the essence of maritime life and the sublime beauty of the natural world, characteristic of the Romanticism movement.
