Zeilschip before 1887

"Zeilschip" is a pencil drawing by A.J. West that depicts a sailing ship, likely the "Queen Mary" with the inscription "Queen Mary" appearing below the drawing. Created before 1887, this work is a prime example of the detailed, illustrative style common in nautical drawings of the period. The ship's sails, rigging, and even crew members are meticulously rendered, capturing the vessel's form and the beauty of sailing. The small scale of the work, measuring 108mm in height and 137mm in width, suggests it may have been a study or a preparatory sketch for a larger work.