Havenhoofd te Vlissingen 1869 - 1901

"Havenhoofd te Vlissingen" is an etching by Carel Nicolaas Storm van 's-Gravesande, a Dutch artist known for his dramatic depictions of the sea. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the raw power of the North Sea as it crashes against the breakwater at Vlissingen. Van 's-Gravesande masterfully utilizes line and shadow to create a sense of depth and movement, conveying the tumultuous energy of the waves in a dark and atmospheric setting. This etching serves as a testament to the artist's skill in capturing the dramatic beauty of nature and the fleeting moments of the sea.