60 degrees south of the equator is a parallel that crosses nothing but ocean. This inspired Everett to represent a limitless expanse of sea, as an interpretation of his first voyage on the ‘Iquique’ over 30 years earlier. High waves and heavy clouds are common in this parallel nicknamed 'the Screaming 60s' because of high-speed westerly winds, and the distant ship is running east under very reduced sail. Around that time, Everett was also creating decorative designs for interiors, incorporating Art Deco features not unlike this painting’s style. Signed, 'John Everett', lower right.