Artwork preview

A Friesland Ketch and a Gelderse Ketch

Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two sailing vessels docked side by side on the water. The horizon separates the sky and the sea, with a few distant sailboats visible. The etching has fine line work and cross-hatchings for texture on the sails and vessels. The color scheme is monochromatic in shades of gray and black. The boats and riggings are detailed, with soft clouds in the distance.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1652/1654
Medium
etching with drypoint on laid paper
Dimensions
11294 × 7267 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original