Seascape with Full Moon

Cornelis Ploos van Amstel (editor) and Cornelis Brouwer (printmaker), after Ludolf Backhuysen

National Gallery of Art

The viewpoint is slightly above the water level, showing the ocean with a fleet of sailing boats in the distance. The horizon line is low in the image, emphasizing the sky and water. The brushstrokes are smooth and soft, creating a serene atmosphere. The color palette is monochromatic, ranging from light gray to dark gray. In the foreground, a small rowboat with figures is on the left, and a larger sailboat is to the right. Other sailboats are scattered across the water, with their sails catching the light. The background shows a faint outline of land and distant ships on the horizon, partially obscured by clouds and dim light.