Ontwerp voor wandschildering in de Beurs van Berlage: tsaar Peter de Grote, die door burgemeester Nicolaas Witsen in de zeevaartkunde wordt onderwezen 1869 - 1925

This pencil drawing by Antoon Derkinderen, created between 1869 and 1925, is a design for a mural. It depicts Tsar Peter the Great, a prominent figure in Russian history, seated in a chair while receiving instruction in naval engineering from the Dutch mayor Nicolaas Witsen. The artwork uses linear lines and a detailed approach to illustrate the historic moment, highlighting the significance of Dutch influence on Russian naval development. This design, intended for the Beurs van Berlage in Amsterdam, showcases Derkinderen's skill in capturing historical events through his art.