The Shore of the Turquoise Sea

The Shore of the Turquoise Sea is a painting, created in 1878 by Albert Bierstadt. This 1.08 m by 1.638 m painting is currently held at the Smithsonian American Art Museum. The painting depicts a dramatic seascape with a large, powerful wave crashing on the shore. The wave is a beautiful turquoise color and is illuminated by the sun, which is shining through the clouds. The sky is dark and stormy, and there is a sense of drama and power in the painting. In the foreground, there is a rocky beach with a few seagulls. In the distance, there are ships on the horizon. The painting is a beautiful and evocative depiction of the power of nature.