Mid-19th-Century British School, Ships In A Turbulent Sea

Mid-19th-Century British School, Ships In A Turbulent SeaThis mid 19th century British oil painting depicts three vessels buffeted by turbulent waters. A fully rigged British frigate heels to starboard with its red ensign fluttering in the breeze. While a smaller barque passes, heeling to its port side. During the early to mid 19th century, numerous works were produced to highlight the perils of sailing and the plight of intrepid crews. Opportunities within the maritime industry were numerous as England was

Jacques-Louis David (1748-1825)

This beautiful 18th-century landscape painting depicts a glorious view across a mountainous region of Italy

The pair spent their later years at Rumford Street where the 1871 census records them as living with their daughter and two servants

He also became an educator

“We may paint both happiness and sadness

he produced an oil painting of Prince Regent Luitpold's Palace

000 for ‘The Escape’

A few years later

Sophus’ relationship with his father is fascinating to consider

also became a painter

it’s tricky to ascertain the artist’s true identity due to a series of incorrect attributions from auctions and dealers

To achieve this level of proficiency requires dedication and precocious talent