Sunset after a Storm on the Coast of Sicily

Andreas Achenbach

Created:
Movement:
1853
Romanticism
key Notes:
Dramatic seascape, Atmospheric lighting
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Dimensions:
32 3/4 x 42 1/4 in. (83.2 x 107.3 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Sunset after a Storm on the Coast of Sicily by Andreas Achenbach

Andreas Achenbach (1815–1910) was a prominent German landscape painter known for his dramatic seascapes and meticulous attention to natural detail. Created in 1853, Sunset after a Storm on the Coast of Sicily exemplifies Achenbach's mastery in capturing the sublime power of nature through the medium of oil on canvas. The painting is notable for its dynamic composition and the interplay of light and shadow, which evoke the transient beauty of a stormy sunset. Achenbach's work is often associated with the Düsseldorf School of painting, which emphasized realism and atmospheric effects. This particular piece reflects the Romantic fascination with nature's grandeur and the emotional response it elicits. Achenbach's influence extended beyond Germany, contributing to the broader European appreciation of landscape painting in the 19th century.

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Sunset after a Storm on the Coast of Sicily by Andreas Achenbach (1853)

This oil on canvas painting by Andreas Achenbach captures the dramatic interplay of light and shadow in a post-storm Sicilian seascape, showcasing the artist's mastery of Romantic realism. The work is characterized by its meticulous attention to atmospheric effects and the dynamic movement of the sea, reflecting Achenbach's skill in rendering natural phenomena.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Sunset after a Storm on the Coast of Sicily