Gezicht voor de kust met schepen in stil water 1821 - 1889

"Gezicht voor de kust met schepen in stil water" (View of the Coast with Ships in Still Water) is a delicate pencil and wash drawing by Dutch artist Hendrik van den Helm, created sometime between 1821 and 1889. The work depicts a serene coastal scene, featuring multiple ships in a calm bay. Van den Helm masterfully captures the atmosphere of a tranquil morning, using subtle shading to create a sense of depth and distance, characteristic of his marine art. The scene invites viewers to imagine the quiet beauty of the sea and the stillness of the water.