With the waves of the tumultuous sea taking over and conspiring with the sweeping darkness of the clouds, an element of foreboding and danger engulfs the scene. But, at last, a small glimmer of hope is on its way... ⛅ Storyteller Fiona Alderton sets the scene of Vernet's dramatic 'A Shipwreck in Stormy Seas', our September Picture of the Month. Click the link in our bio to find out more. Digital activity at the National Gallery is supported by @BloombergDotOrg #DigitalAccelerator #Seascape #Vernet #ArtHistory #Painting #NationalGallery