Schepen op zee bij stormachtig weer 1849

This 1849 drawing by Dutch artist Louis Meijer depicts a seascape with ships battling rough waters. "Schepen op zee bij stormachtig weer" (Ships at Sea in Stormy Weather) is a quick sketch of a dramatic scene where the vessels, rendered in simple black lines, struggle against the turbulent sea. The viewer is invited to imagine the strength and ferocity of the storm. Meijer's loose brushstrokes and minimalist details capture the raw power of the sea and the fragility of life at sea. The work is a testament to Meijer's skill in capturing movement and emotion in a seemingly simple composition.