Zeilschip op een kalme zee c. 1825 - 1875

"Zeilschip op een kalme zee" (Sailing ship on a calm sea) is a pencil drawing created by Petrus Johannes Schotel, a Dutch artist known for his maritime landscapes, around 1825-1875. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a ship with its masts and sails silhouetted against a hazy sky. The depiction of the ship's form is simple but expressive, with the artist capturing the ship's presence on the calm waters. The drawing highlights Schotel's keen observation of the sea and his skillful portrayal of maritime subjects in a minimalist style.