Fishermen at Sea (c.1796) by J.M.W. Turner

Fishermen at Sea - J.M.W. Turner - c.1796

Artwork Information

TitleFishermen at Sea
ArtistJ.M.W. Turner
Datec.1796
Dimensions91 x 122 cm
Art MovementRomanticism
Current LocationTate Modern, London, UK

About Fishermen at Sea

“Fishermen at Sea” is a notable work of art created by the esteemed artist J.M.W. Turner around the year 1796. This painting, characterized by its Romanticism style, measures 91 by 122 centimeters and belongs to the marina genre. It is currently housed in the Tate Modern in London, UK.

The artwork depicts a dramatic nocturnal scene, with fishermen navigating their small boats through turbulent seas under a luminous, cloud-obscured moon. The contrast between the dark, foreboding sky and the luminous waves illuminated by moonlight is striking, capturing the sublime and powerful forces of nature. The fishermen’s boats are tossed by the churning waves, and the painting exudes a sense of danger and the struggle against the elements. The light reflections on the water and the masterful use of shadow and contrast demonstrate Turner’s remarkable skill and sensitivity to atmospheric effects. Through this work, Turner conveys both the beauty and peril of the sea, a theme that resonates deeply with the Romantic preoccupation with nature and its sublime aspects.

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