“Seascape – Jetty,” created by Henry Ossawa Tanner in 1879, belongs to the Realism art movement and is classified under the genre of marina. The artwork depicts the dynamic interaction of natural elements by the sea.
The composition is characterized by a tumultuous seascape, wherein waves vigorously crash against a rocky shoreline under an overcast sky, evoking the power and motion of the ocean. A jetty can be observed in the distance, extending into the water. The choice of color emphasizes the somber and dramatic atmosphere, with deep blues and grays dominating the palette. The artist’s brushwork captures the transient beauty of nature, exemplifying a keen observation of light, movement, and texture in the maritime environment.
