Drie zeilschepen op een woelige zee 17th century

This 17th century etching by the Monogrammist AB depicts three sailing ships navigating a choppy sea. The artist's masterful use of line creates a sense of movement and drama, capturing the ships' struggle against the waves. The foreground ship is rendered in greater detail, with its sails billowing in the wind and the figures on board clearly visible. The artist's skill in capturing the light and shadow on the ships and water contributes to the dynamic composition of this small but captivating work. The etching is now in the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.