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The painting shows a maritime scene with several sailing ships on a rough sea. The sky is filled with massive white and grey clouds, indicating stormy weather. In the centre of the painting is a smaller ship with brown sails open and several people on board. In the background are larger vessels riding the waves. The dynamics of the water and the lighting of the scene add to the drama and realistic representation of the sea.

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Prevailing color of this fine art print is dark and its shape is landscape. This image is printed on demand - you can choose material, size and finishing.

Dutch master Willem Van de Velde (1611-1693) who, like Charles Brooking and Samuel Scott, painted maritime scenery and battleships. He was born to Flemish captain instilled in him a love for the sea. He painted mostly the Dutch fleet, for example Shot from a Cannon or Calm Seas. Later, became the fleet’s official painter. For many years, he lived in Greenwich, where he had his studio, but with the accession of King William and Queen Mary, he had to move to Sackville, where he later died.