Some people are fond of The Sea. A few people really, really like The Sea. Then there's Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky. In his 82-year lifespan, he painted very little else. And the work depicted in this Classic Art Series playmat, "Gathering Storm," perfectly exemplifies the 19th-century Russian Romantic painter's style and favorite subject matter: Boats Having a Really Bad Time On the Sea. This playmat would make the perfect accompaniment to a Pirates-themed deck, or perhaps a deck focused on sea monsters. In contrast to the choppy, violent waters of the painting, your cards will enjoy smooth sailing.
