De Zeevaart 1743

"De Zeevaart," meaning "Navigation," is a 1743 drawing by Louis Fabritius Dubourg. The artwork depicts a woman, likely representing the personification of Navigation, seated by the sea with a compass in hand, symbolizing the tools of maritime exploration. Dubourg’s careful attention to detail and delicate use of color are characteristic of his work, creating a charming and evocative scene. The drawing’s small size and intimate subject matter suggest it may have been a private study or a gift. "De Zeevaart" can be viewed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, providing a glimpse into 18th-century Dutch artistic sensibilities.