Figuren op en naast een afgemeerde driemaster 1797 - 1838

This pencil drawing by Johannes Christiaan Schotel, created between 1797 and 1838, depicts a three-masted ship, possibly a Dutch merchant vessel. The ship is moored and its details are rendered with precision, suggesting a technical drawing approach. Schotel, known for his maritime paintings, captured the intricate structure and rigging of the ship, emphasizing its technical aspects. The drawing, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, is a fascinating glimpse into the maritime world of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.