The artwork, “Farewell,” was created by Ivan Aivazovsky in 1895 and belongs to the Romanticism art movement. It is classified as a “marina” genre painting, which typically depicts seascapes.
In this painting, a group of figures is gathered on a rocky cliff, bidding farewell to a ship sailing away on the vast ocean. The sky above is painted in soft hues, transitioning from the subtle warmth of sunset to the cooler tones of early twilight. The tranquil waters reflect the serene ambiance, with gentle waves lapping against the shore. The overall composition exudes a sense of melancholic beauty, characteristic of Aivazovsky’s mastery in capturing the essence of the sea.
