It Rocks but is Not Sunk by Charles Meryon

It Rocks but is Not Sunk 1854

drawing, print, etching, paper

drawing

toned paper

light pencil work

blue ink drawing

16_19th-century

print

pen sketch

etching

paper

personal sketchbook

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

france

sketchbook drawing

watercolour illustration

sketchbook art

"It Rocks but is Not Sunk" (1854) is an etching by Charles Meryon, a renowned artist known for his depictions of Paris. The artwork is a detailed representation of a coat of arms, featuring a crowned crest above a shield bearing a ship and the inscription "NON MERGO." The inscription translates to "I do not sink," likely referencing the ship's strength and resilience. Meryon's meticulous detail and the intricate composition make this piece a significant example of 19th-century printmaking. The etching is held by The Art Institute of Chicago, making it accessible to art enthusiasts worldwide.