Coastal Scene by Claude-Joseph Vernet (1714-1789). Oil on canvas. This nocturnal seascape recalls the rocky coastline near Naples. In contrasting scenes representing Morning, Noon, Evening and Night, Vernet combined idealized views with carefully observed lightning and weather conditions.

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Keywords: 18th, artist, century, classical, french, landscapre, neo-classical, painting, ruin