Figuren in roeiboten en een zeilboot c. 1841 - 1865

This pencil drawing, created by Dutch artist Petrus Johannes Schotel between 1841 and 1865, depicts a group of figures in two boats, one with a sail, on a body of water. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Schotel's talent for capturing everyday scenes with a keen eye for detail and a minimalist approach. The simple yet evocative lines and subtle shading highlight the composition of the boats and the figures within them, providing a glimpse into the artist's observational skills.