Trial of the Ocean. (2024) Painting by Lara Wasiljewa

  • Original Artwork (One Of A Kind) Painting, Oil on Canvas
  • Dimensions Height 15.8in, Width 23.6in
  • Artwork's condition The artwork is in perfect condition
  • Framing This artwork is not framed
  • Categories Paintings under $20,000 Classicism Seascape
Trial of the Ocean”. This painting captures the moment when man confronts the raw power of nature—an encounter both daunting and awe-inspiring. The ocean is relentless, offering no mercy, yet it challenges only the boldest to rise above the storm. A lost ship fights against the surging waves, while a lone lifeboat pushes toward the distant shore, seeking [...]
Trial of the Ocean”

This painting captures the moment when man confronts the raw power of nature—an encounter both daunting and awe-inspiring. The ocean is relentless, offering no mercy, yet it challenges only the boldest to rise above the storm. A lost ship fights against the surging waves, while a lone lifeboat pushes toward the distant shore, seeking refuge.

The sky, torn apart by streaks of light piercing through stormy clouds, amplifies the tension yet leaves a glimmer of hope. The waves, shifting through deep blues and greens, pulse with the energy of the sea, while the towering cliffs ahead serve as both an obstacle and a promise.

This is more than a seascape—it is a story of resilience, survival, and the unwavering human spirit. The painting speaks to those who understand that every storm, no matter how fierce, eventually gives way to calmer waters and new horizons.

“Trial of the Ocean” is a statement piece, perfect for collectors, investors, yacht owners, and visionaries who see art not only as beauty but as a reflection of their own journey—of risk, perseverance, and triumph.

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Lara Wasiljewa (b. 1973). Contemporary Seascape Painter. Based in Poland · Collected Worldwide · Certified by Akoun (France). Lara Wasiljewa is a contemporary seascape painter whose practice explores the atmospheric [...]

Lara Wasiljewa (b. 1973)

Contemporary Seascape Painter

Based in Poland · Collected Worldwide · Certified by Akoun (France)

Lara Wasiljewa is a contemporary seascape painter whose practice explores the atmospheric dialogue between sea and sky, light and water, silence and movement. Working in oil on canvas, she employs classical techniques such as multilayered glazing and tonal modulation to construct immersive environments rather than depict literal scenery.

Her paintings are grounded in academic realism, yet maintain a contemporary clarity and restraint. Each canvas is built upon a deep understanding of light, transparency, and spatial rhythm — evoking the structure of air and the pulse of the sea. Wasiljewa’s visual language is shaped by disciplined observation and a lifelong connection to the horizon.

Her works are held in private collections in New York, London, Paris, Geneva, Vienna, Dubai, Riyadh, and Amsterdam. In 2024, her paintings were certified and appraised by Akoun (France), a valuation index trusted by European auction houses, curators, and institutional buyers.

Wasiljewa’s seascapes are increasingly recognized as long-term cultural assets, combining museum-level technique with emotional presence and global market relevance.

“The sea is not an object — it is living silence.
The light upon water is not reflection — it is presence.”
— Lara Wasiljewa

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