Zeegezicht bij maanlicht 1617 - 1660

"Zeegezicht bij maanlicht" is a 17th-century etching by Matthieu van Plattenberg, a Dutch artist known for his seascapes. The artwork depicts a moonlit seascape with several ships in the distance. The scene is dominated by the light of the moon, creating a sense of tranquility and mystery. The etching's dark tones and fine detail are characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age, a period of great artistic and cultural flourishing. Van Plattenberg's "Zeegezicht bij maanlicht" is a testament to his skill as a printmaker and his ability to capture the beauty of the natural world.