Breakwater, San Sebastian
1918
Joaquín Sorolla, famous for his sun-drenched beach scenes, shows his versatility in this moody 1918 depiction of a stormy coast. Spectators in heavy coats and hats huddle along a breakwater in San Sebastian, braving the spray as massive, churning waves crash against the wall. The loose, energetic brushstrokes capture the wild movement of the water and the heavy, overcast sky looming over the distant cliffs. It’s a powerful reminder that this master of Spanish Luminism could paint the raw, blustery power of nature just as well as a sunny afternoon.
- Technique
- Oil painting
- Material
- Canvas
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