Gezicht op een kust met schepen en boten op het water bij maanlicht 1753 - 1797

"Gezicht op een kust met schepen en boten op het water bij maanlicht" is a moonlit seascape by Pierre François Basan, a French artist who was active in the 18th century. The artwork depicts a Dutch coastline with several ships and boats sailing on the water under a crescent moon. The scene is illuminated by the soft light of the moon, casting long shadows on the water and the surrounding landscape. The painting's detailed rendering of the boats and the figures on the shore creates a sense of realism and tranquility, making it a captivating example of maritime art from the era.