The 'Luxborough' Galley on Fire, 25 June 1727
John Cleveley’s ‘Luxborough’ Galley on Fire (1727) depicts a dramatic maritime disaster in oil. Explore this historical nautical scene – realism, dynamic composition & 18th-century style.
john cleveley the elder
Discover John Cleveley the Elder, an English marine artist! Explore his detailed ship portraits & dockyard scenes from 1769, blending shipbuilding knowledge with historical accuracy.