Schoener Willem Barentsz voor de kust van Nova Zembla Possibly 1880 - 1888

"Schoener Willem Barentsz voor de kust van Nova Zembla" is a graphite sketch by Dutch artist Louis Apol, likely created between 1880 and 1888. The drawing depicts a ship with its sails down, suggesting a moment of calm or perhaps a rough sea with the ship seeking refuge. Apol was known for his marine paintings and sketches, often capturing the beauty and power of the sea. The sketch is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam and provides a glimpse into Apol's artistic process and his interest in maritime themes.