The Sea King’s Queen (1910 CE)
Created for the fairy tale Agneta and the Sea King in the anthology Among gnomes and trolls, this artwork depicts the pivotal moment when the Sea King crowns Agneta as his queen in a shimmering underwater palace.
Maritime
Treasures from the sea and masterpieces inspired by it, including ship relics and nautical art. This category celebrates the exploration, trade, and mystique of maritime life across history.
World Map (1513 CE)
A hand-drawn world map on parchment from 1513 CE, part of Piri Reis' navigational works, depicting the Atlantic coasts, parts of the Americas, Africa, and Europe with remarkable accuracy
Boating on the Yerres (1877 CE)
A captivating work of Impressionism that invites viewers into a serene yet dynamic moment on the Yerres River.
Lunch On the Boat (1898 CE)
Sorolla’s luminist style, marked by vibrant colors and masterful light effects, transforms this everyday lunch scene into a timeless celebration of Mediterranean life.
On the Beach (1868 CE)
On the Beach (also known as Sur la plage de Boulogne), painted by Édouard Manet in 1868, is a captivating depiction of a lively beach scene at Boulogne-sur-Mer.
On a Sailboat (1916 CE)
This dynamic composition captures Francis Picabia at the helm of a sailboat, surrounded by masts and sails.
Breezing Up (A Fair Wind) (1876 CE)
The painting embodies the spirit of a nation rebuilding after the Civil War, with its depiction of a family working together to navigate the sea with winds that are breezing up.
Sailing (1911 CE)
This oil painting, with its vivid interplay of light, color, and texture, captures the essence of sailing the American seascape through Hopper’s masterful realist lens.
A Norwegian Fjord in Summer (1882 CE)
This artwork, with its tranquil fjord, majestic mountains, and soft Nordic light, encapsulates the romantic allure of Norway’s landscapes.
Beach Scene (1860s CE)
A captivating work that transports viewers to a serene moment on a northern French beach.
Calais Pier, with French Poissards preparing for Sea: an English Packet arriving (1803)
An oil painting from 1803, depicting Calais pier on a stormy day with boats and a pier, textured with thick brushwork and layered paint.
The Dogana and San Giorgio Maggiore (1834)
An oil painting from 1834, showing a Venetian canal with sailboats and buildings, layered with glowing colors and light effects.