A powerful large-scale marine painting depicting a moment of naval engagement between two sailing vessels on open water. One ship flies the French tricolour; the opposing vessel carries a green crescent flag suggestive of Ottoman or Eastern Mediterranean forces. The scene is charged with movement and tension. Gunfire erupts from the crescent-flagged vessel, while a cloud of smoke hangs over the French ship’s deck, suggesting a recent hit. Billowing sails, rough seas, and a turbulent sky heighten the sense of action, giving the composition urgency and drama. Boldly painted and designed to read strongly at distance, the work has an assertive, almost cinematic presence. Its scale, warm tonality, and dynamic handling make it an impactful interior piece, intended to dominate a wall rather than quietly decorate it. Presented in a decorative gilt frame well suited to the subject and period, the painting functions as a commanding focal point within a room, particularly effective in larger or architectural interiors. Dimensions: – Board: 91.5 × 61 cm – Framed: 100 × 70 cm Condition: Overall good decorative condition, with light, age-appropriate wear consistent with the period.