The artwork, titled “Sea view by Moonlight,” is an oil painting on canvas crafted by Ivan Aivazovsky in 1878. This piece, belonging to the Romanticism art movement, measures 213 by 148 centimeters and falls under the genre of marina.
The artwork presents a captivating maritime scene illuminated by moonlight. The nocturnal seascape is dominated by an ethereal moon casting serene light upon turbulent waves, creating a stark contrast between the dark, shadowy waters and the luminous, reflective surface. In the distance, a solitary sailboat navigates through the gleaming waters, surrounded by a backdrop of silhouette clouds and a hazy mountainous landscape, conveying a sense of isolation and tranquility. The masterful interplay of light and shadow demonstrates Aivazovsky’s exceptional ability to convey the sublime beauty and power of the sea, evoking a deep, emotional response characteristic of Romanticism.
