Zeegezicht 1708 - 1781

pieteridserts

pencil drawn

amateur sketch

light pencil work

shading to add clarity

pencil sketch

old engraving style

charcoal drawing

pencil drawing

pen-ink sketch

pencil work

"Zeegezicht" (Seascape) is a drawing by Pieter Idserts, a Dutch artist, created between 1708 and 1781. The drawing depicts a seascape with a vast, choppy sea and a cloudy sky. Two ships sail on the horizon, with a small island visible in the background. The drawing utilizes light and shadow to depict the movement of the waves and the vastness of the sea, showcasing Idserts' mastery of the marine art genre. The work is reminiscent of the Dutch Golden Age maritime paintings, reflecting the importance of the sea and the Dutch Republic’s global trade.