Ship Twelve Apostles | Ivan Aivazovsky | 1897

Ivan Aivazovsky’s Ship Twelve Apostles, painted in 1897, sets a monumental sailing warship against luminous cloud and a restless sea. The dark tiers of the hull and the intricate rigging give the vessel weight and structure, while pale sails, coloured flags and shifting reflections draw it into the surrounding atmosphere. A second ship recedes at the edge of the composition, establishing the scale of the open water. The painting brings together Aivazovsky’s sustained fascination with naval power and his distinctive treatment of light, weather and movement.Print:A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. The matte surface brings out the highlights and tones of the artwork.All prints include a small 0.25 inch white border to ensure space for framing.Our Eco Credentials Include: FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper Printed using water based inks Local fulfilment reduces carbon emissions Contains no plastic Sizes:14 × 11 inches — 35.6 × 27.9 cm20 × 16 inches — 50.8 × 40.6 cm