Mannen in een boot met gestreken zeil c. 1825 - 1875

"Mannen in een boot met gestreken zeil" is a pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Petrus Johannes Schotel. This artwork, located in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a boat with its sail down and several figures on board, viewed from a unique perspective, as if the boat were upside down. The minimalist style of the drawing and the focus on the boat's silhouette create a sense of stillness and mystery. The work is a prime example of Schotel's keen observation and ability to capture a specific moment in time through his drawings.