The artwork, titled “The Sea,” was created by Alice Neel in 1947, belonging to the Expressionism movement and classified under the landscape genre.
The artwork depicts a tumultuous ocean scene, rendered in a bold and emotive style characteristic of Expressionism. The sea is portrayed with vigorous brushstrokes, conveying the movement and power of the waves crashing against the shore. Above, the sky is dramatic with swirling clouds and dark patches, suggesting an impending storm. The color palette is dominated by shades of blue and grey, further enhancing the intense and brooding atmosphere. The composition draws viewers into the chaotic yet mesmerizing depiction of nature, reflecting the artist’s skill in expressing emotion through landscape.
