The artwork, titled “Warning of Storm,” is an oil painting on canvas created by Ivan Aivazovsky in 1851. It belongs to the Romanticism art movement and is categorized under the genre of marina. The dimensions of the artwork are 81 by 117 cm.
The artwork depicting a dramatic maritime scene, captures the tension and impending chaos of an approaching storm. The painting portrays ships anchored near a fortress, with their masts and flags already battered by strong winds. The tumultuous sea and the heavy, ominous clouds in the background suggest the imminent arrival of a fierce storm. A solitary figure is seen onshore, adding a human element to the otherwise foreboding natural scene. With masterful use of light and shadow, Aivazovsky conveys the raw power and unpredictability of the sea, emphasizing the vulnerability of human endeavors in the face of nature’s might.
