Kustgezicht met schepen, molen en een tekenaar c. 1735 - 1740

"Kustgezicht met schepen, molen en een tekenaar" (Coastal View with Ships, Mill and a Draftsman) is a watercolor by Dutch painter Pieter Louw, dating back to 1735-1740. The painting depicts a serene coastal scene, featuring a windmill on the left, a number of sailing ships, and two men sketching the scene. The detailed rendering of the ships and the windmill provides a glimpse into the maritime and industrial life of 18th century Netherlands. Louw's use of soft, atmospheric washes in the sky, water, and clouds creates a calming and picturesque mood, typical of the Dutch Golden Age art style. This watercolor, now held in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the painter's keen observation of nature and his skill in capturing light and atmosphere.