Carl Bille, Coastal Nocturne With Sailboats

Carl Bille, Coastal Nocturne With SailboatsThis fine late 19th century nocturne by Danish artist Carl Bille (1815 1898) depicts an atmospheric coastal view with sailboats. A broad channel of silvery light radiates from a partially obscured moon while several sailboats navigate tranquil waters. The sky is abundant with clouds suggesting an incoming storm or change in fortunes. Bille was a master of marine scenes and spent many years offshore studying the conditions first hand. Underpinning his

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Lawrence Tibbett (1896-1960)

gratitude for a simple meal

he turned to the rich and varied topography of Fontainebleau

While several cranes punctuate the last of the evening’s light

Year of creation: 1897

perhaps the Rhine Valley

Lindstrom was an accomplished artist and this is a good example of his earlier work

this being number eleven

it’s one of Italy’s most recognisable icons

he also produced many illustrations for short stories and novels

he puts us right in the picture as if we can feel ourselves being buffeted by the wind