Kharlampi Dimitrievitch Kostandi (second Half Of The 1860s – After 1917).

A remarkable example of late Russian marine art, *Raging Sea*, painted by Kharlampiy Dmitrievich Kostandi in the early 20th century, ranks among the artist’s most expressive works on the theme of the sea.

With great virtuosity, the artist conveys the raw energy of the raging sea. The foaming waves surge toward a fragile boat, charged with tension, movement, and a sense of inevitability. The water’s surface is painted with striking expressiveness, allowing the viewer to feel the movement of the waves, the gusts of wind, and the atmosphere of an impending storm.

At the center of the composition, a boat with sailors struggles desperately against the waves. Their tense silhouettes embody courage, the struggle for survival, and the hope of salvation. On the horizon, the barely visible silhouette of a sailboat accentuates the immensity of space and underscores humanity’s vulnerability in the face of nature’s power.

The color palette is based on subtle transitions of cool tones, ranging from translucent blues and turquoises to silvery grays. The play of light lends the water depth and movement, while the supple yet energetic brushwork creates a sense of living space.

Dimensions: 49 × 80 cm (with frame 78 × 110 cm)
Medium: Oil on canvas
Signature: “X. Kostandi,” lower left
Condition: Good overall condition, natural patina from age, uniform network of craquelure
Provenance: Private collection. Authenticity confirmed by expert appraisals