Schepen in het Kanaal Possibly 1779 - 1787

janbrandes

toned paper

possibly oil pastel

handmade artwork painting

coloured pencil

coffee painting

underpainting

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

pencil art

watercolor

"Schepen in het Kanaal" (Ships in the Channel), a watercolor by Dutch artist Jan Brandes (1743-1808), depicts three ships sailing on a calm sea under a cloudy sky. The artwork, possibly dating back to 1779-1787, showcases Brandes' skill in capturing the details of the ships and the atmospheric conditions of the sea. This maritime scene is a testament to Brandes' mastery of watercolor and his keen eye for observation, highlighting the importance of maritime trade in 18th-century Netherlands.