A yacht becalmedPeter MonamyNone
Neoclassicism
National Maritime Museum
Peter Monamy (1681 – 1749)
Peter Monamy (1681-1749): Explore the dramatic 18th-century seascapes of this master marine painter! Detailed ship portraits & naval scenes inspired by the Van de Veldes.
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About this artwork
- Title: A yacht becalmed
- Artist: Peter Monamy
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: National Maritime Museum
- Movement: Neoclassicism
- Inventory number: BHC1013
- Corpus context: age of sail power, detailed ship studies
- Keywords: 18th century painting, peter monamy, oil painting”
- Color intensity: Balanced
Questions & Answers
What other names is Peter Monamy known by?
Peter Monamy appears under the alternate names Peter Monony, Peter Monimi, Peter Mundmy, Peter Monami, Peter Monamie.
What is "A yacht becalmed" about?
The themes present in "A yacht becalmed" by Peter Monamy include maritime painting, sailing ships”, “calm seas”, “18th century”, “naval scene”, “ship portrait”, “atmospheric perspective”. Together they summarize the artwork's subject matter.
How do contrast and harmony combine in "A yacht becalmed"?
The color composition of "A yacht becalmed" by Peter Monamy combines a gentle contrast with a strong color unity harmony.