Kustprofiel. Waterhoos. Possibly 1778

"Kustprofiel. Waterhoos" (Possibly 1778) is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist Jan Brandes (1743-1808). This small drawing, measuring just 195 mm x 155 mm, is part of a larger sketchbook and depicts a water spout or waterspout, a meteorological phenomenon often seen at sea. The drawing captures the fleeting nature of the event, with the funnel-shaped cloud extending from a distant coastline. The artist's simple but precise lines convey the dramatic and powerful nature of the waterspout. The drawing, dated January 20th, 1778, provides insight into Brandes' interest in natural phenomena.