Fort St. Sebastiaan in Ghana by Frederik Lambertus Geerling

Fort St. Sebastiaan in Ghana 1838

frederiklambertusgeerling

aged paper

toned paper

sketch book

personal sketchbook

sketchbook drawing

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

storyboard and sketchbook work

sketchbook art

watercolor

"Fort St. Sebastiaan in Ghana" is a pencil drawing by Frederik Lambertus Geerling, created in 1838. The drawing depicts the fort from two perspectives, showcasing its architectural details and strategic location. Geerling, a Dutch artist known for his landscapes and cityscapes, captured the fort's imposing presence against a backdrop of natural scenery. This artwork offers a glimpse into the history of Dutch colonial presence in Ghana, highlighting the significance of forts in trade and defense.