The "Parel" (Pearl), an East Indiaman and the "Dubbele Arent" (Spread Eagle), a West Indiaman

Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a maritime scene viewed from a side angle. It is an etching showing two large sailing ships with sails unfurled navigating choppy waters. The horizon is low in the composition, with a line separating the sea from the sky. Additional smaller ships are visible in the distance. The etching style features detailed linework capturing textures of the sails, sea, and sky. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of black and white, emphasizing patterns and textures in the scene.