Schip in nood voor een kust c. 1825 - 1875

"Schip in nood voor een kust" (Ship in Distress off a Coast) is a dramatic drawing by Petrus Johannes Schotel, created between 1825 and 1875. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a ship in peril as it struggles against rough seas. The scene is dominated by the ship's distressed form, highlighted by the turbulent waves and a distant, looming cliff. The scene captures the sense of urgency and peril, while the artist's detailed yet loose brushstrokes highlight the dramatic nature of the sea. This drawing is a fine example of Schotel's mastery of seascape and maritime art.