River Estuary with Shipping on a Windy Day by Simon de Vlieger

River Estuary with Shipping on a Windy Day 

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painting, oil-paint

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boat

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baroque

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dutch-golden-age

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ship

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painting

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oil-paint

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vehicle

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landscape

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water

Simon de Vlieger was a Dutch Golden Age painter known for his seascapes. "River Estuary with Shipping on a Windy Day" depicts a Dutch estuary with a large sailboat and smaller vessels navigating the water. The sky is filled with puffy clouds, indicating a windy day. De Vlieger's works often focused on the natural world and the relationship between humans and the elements. His mastery of light and shadow, as seen in the painting, contributed to his reputation as a master of marine painting.

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