Harbor Scene: An English Ship with Sails Loosened Firing a Gun
The Met
Artist: Peter Monamy(British, London 1681–1749 London)
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 48 x 59 in. (121.9 x 149.9 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of William P. Clyde, 1960
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A large warship fires a cannon, surrounded by smaller boats and figures on calm water
Detailed Description
The image depicts a bustling maritime scene under a cloudy sky. The upper third shows a light blue sky with soft, diffused white and grey clouds, appearing brighter towards the horizon. The lower two-thirds are dominated by calm, dark water that reflects the sky and the vessels. On the right side, a large, multi-masted warship with numerous white sails is the most prominent feature. Its stern is decorated with gold accents. Several flags fly from its masts, including one with a red and white pattern and a large red and yellow flag. A significant cloud of white smoke billows from its left side. Near the warship's bow, a long, narrow rowboat filled with many small figures is visible. To the right of the warship, a smaller sailing vessel with a single white sail moves away. The left side of the composition features several smaller sailing boats. One in the foreground has a prominent reddish-brown sail and a tall mast, with two figures appearing to work near its hull in shallow water. Other smaller boats with white or brown sails are scattered across the middle ground, some with figures on board. In the distance, numerous other indistinct ships and boats are visible, fading into the hazy horizon. Small figures are engaged in various activities on and around the boats. The color palette includes blues, greys, and browns, accented by white sails and red and yellow flags.
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