Boten op het water 1887

"Boten op het water" (Boats on the Water) is an 1887 etching by Dutch artist Frans de Vadder. The print depicts a small sailboat with its sail billowing in the wind, anchored amidst several other boats, all set against a serene, cloudy sky. The subtle use of light and shade creates a sense of calm and tranquility, characteristic of de Vadder's style. The small size of the work, measuring only 119 mm in height and 80 mm in width, further enhances the intimate and contemplative nature of the scene.