Neva 

Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky made this painting, Neva, with oil on canvas. Aivazovsky, celebrated for his marine paintings, used traditional materials, but his approach wasn't so traditional. Looking at this canvas, you can almost feel the energy of the sea and sky, thick with the texture of the paint. The way he applied the pigment captures the inherent qualities of light, and the tumultuous movement of water. Aivazovsky masterfully used brushes to create texture, capturing the effect of the waves and clouds. But there's another context here, too. The scene hints at the rise of industrial shipping, and the economic transformation of the Neva River. Ultimately, understanding the materials and techniques employed, alongside the social and economic context of the time, allows us to appreciate Aivazovsky’s painting beyond conventional art historical boundaries.