Shipping Scene from the Collection of Philip Hollingworth

Elisha Kirkall after Willem van de Velde the Elder

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a seascape with rough waves and stormy weather. The horizon is not visible due to the dark sky. Several ships are depicted being tossed by the waves. One ship in the center is heavily leaning to the side with its sails blowing in the wind. The water and sky are depicted with dynamic brushstrokes and an engraving technique, conveying movement. The color palette consists of dark blues and greens, with lightning adding contrast and energy to the scene.