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A Storm Behind the Isle of Wight, 1790s (oil on canvas)
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A Storm Behind the Isle of Wight, 1790s (oil on canvas)
491351 A Storm Behind the Isle of Wight, 1790s (oil on canvas) by Ibbetson, Julius Caesar (1759-1817); 50.8x67.6 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: The scene depicts a familys distress upon finding that one of its members has drowned off the rocky shore of the Isle of Wight during a storm. The artist had visited the Isle of Wight in 1791. ); Bequest of Henry W. Kent; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22610356
© Bequest of Henry W. Kent / Bridgeman Images
Atmospheric Cliff Cliffs Distress Drowned Drowning Gale Isle Of Wight Lightning Rocks Rocky Shipping Shipwreck Sorrow Storm Stormy Wave Waves Windy
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A Storm Behind the Isle of Wight, 1790s
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is a captivating oil painting by Julius Caesar Ibbetson that depicts a heart-wrenching scene of tragedy and despair. The artist's visit to the Isle of Wight in 1791 inspired this poignant artwork, which now resides at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio. In this evocative composition, we witness a family's anguish as they discover the devastating loss of one of their own amidst the tumultuous storm raging off the rocky shores. The dark clouds loom ominously overhead, illuminated by flashes of lightning that pierce through the gloom. Waves crash violently against jagged cliffs, symbolizing both nature's power and human vulnerability. Ibbetson masterfully captures raw emotions on canvas - sorrow etched on faces, grief reflected in eyes - conveying an overwhelming sense of distress and sadness. The shipwrecked vessel serves as a haunting reminder of life's fragility and unpredictable nature. The artist skillfully employs his brushstrokes to depict turbulent weather conditions with remarkable realism. Wind howls fiercely while rain pours relentlessly upon this coastal landscape. Through meticulous attention to detail, Ibbetson transports viewers into this harrowing moment frozen in time. "A Storm Behind the Isle of Wight" stands as a testament to Ibbetson's ability to evoke powerful emotions through artistry. It reminds us all that even amidst beauty and tranquility lies an ever-present potential for tragedy – a stark reminder to
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