Zeilschepen op zee c. 1825 - 1875

"Zeilschepen op zee" (Sailing Ships at Sea), a pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Petrus Johannes Schotel, captures the essence of maritime life in the 19th century. Created between 1825 and 1875, the artwork depicts several sailing vessels navigating the open waters. Schotel's meticulous detail and delicate lines bring the ships to life, their sails billowing in the wind, while the gentle waves suggest a calm sea. The drawing is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, a testament to Schotel's contributions to Dutch marine art.