Ein hoher Signalmast halbrechts auf einer Landungsstelle, an der Ruderboote liegen 1653

This 1653 drawing by Jan van Goyen, a prominent Dutch landscape artist, depicts a river scene. The composition showcases a tall signal mast on a landing place, where a small boat is moored. Several other boats, some with sails, dot the river, their sails billowing in the wind. The detailed depiction of the boats and the calm water, typical of van Goyen’s works, creates a sense of tranquility and reflects the growing interest in maritime scenes during the Dutch Golden Age. This drawing, now housed in the Städel Museum, provides a glimpse into the daily life of 17th-century Dutch waterways.