Russische vissers voor een kruisboot bij Nova Zembla 1880

"Russische vissers voor een kruisboot bij Nova Zembla" is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist Louis Apol, dating back to 1880. The artwork depicts two Russian fishermen standing near a ship, likely a sailboat, at Nova Zembla. The loose and expressive lines of the sketch evoke a sense of movement and the harsh, cold conditions of the Arctic. Apol was known for his maritime art, often capturing the lives and hardships of those who worked at sea. This sketch, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the life of a working Russian fisherman during the 19th century.