Dedicatory verses by Meryon to Reiner Nooms, called Zeeman 1854

This 1854 etching by Charles Meryon is a dedication in the form of a poem to his friend Reiner Nooms, known as Zeeman. The artwork is considered a rare example of Meryon's personal work, departing from his more well-known series of etchings depicting Paris. The inscription at the bottom, signed by Meryon, confirms the piece as a heartfelt tribute to Zeeman, an important figure in Meryon’s life.