Schepen op zee in een regenbui 1863

Henri François Schaefels was a Belgian painter and etcher known for his seascapes. This etching, *Schepen op zee in een regenbui* (Ships at Sea in a Rainstorm), from 1863, depicts a ship sailing through choppy waves. A looming storm cloud above, and the distant outline of a coastline in the distance, create a sense of foreboding and anticipation. The artist's use of line and stipple in this etching creates a realistic and detailed portrayal of the scene. This artwork, measuring 59 mm in height and 93 mm in width, showcases Schaefels's mastery of maritime art.