To skibe bag en bølgebryder, det ene kølhalet 1623 - 1664

"To skibe bag en bølgebryder, det ene kølhalet" is an etching by Reinier Nooms, also known as Zeeman, created sometime between 1623 and 1664. This Dutch Golden Age artwork, now housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a detailed scene of two ships, one partially submerged, docked behind a breakwater, showcasing Nooms' mastery in capturing the intricate details of maritime life. The etching's narrow dimensions, 196 mm high and 298 mm wide, emphasize the close-up perspective, highlighting the ships and their surroundings. The composition, featuring a vast expanse of water and sky, is typical of Dutch marine art, placing the viewer in the heart of the scene.