Brandend schip op een kalme zee 1745 - 1794

"Brandend schip op een kalme zee" (Burning ship on a calm sea) is a 1745-1794 etching by Richard Houston, a British artist known for his maritime scenes. The artwork depicts a dramatic scene of a ship engulfed in flames against a backdrop of a calm sea. Houston's use of chiaroscuro creates a stark contrast between the blazing fire and the dark, ominous waters, capturing the fear and uncertainty of such a maritime disaster. The etching serves as a reminder of the dangers faced by sailors and the unpredictable nature of the sea.