Een boot before 1839

"Een boot" is a small, detailed silhouette of a boat crafted by Gerrit Schouten, a Dutch artist active in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This delicate piece, measuring only 2.5 cm high and 15.2 cm wide, is likely a preliminary sketch for a larger work, showcasing Schouten's meticulous attention to detail. The artist's interest in maritime subjects is evident, reflecting the prominence of seafaring in Dutch culture during this period. The silhouette's simplicity, with a focus on the boat's form, suggests a preliminary study before the artist embarked on a more elaborate painting or drawing.