Willem Barendsz and Jacob van Heemskerck 1850

"Willem Barendsz and Jacob van Heemskerck" is a lithograph by French artist Edouard Taurel, created in 1850 and currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts two prominent Dutch explorers, Willem Barentsz and Jacob van Heemskerck, in a room filled with maritime symbols, including a globe, a model ship, and maps. Taurel skillfully captures the essence of these historical figures through his meticulous attention to detail and the use of light and shadow. This lithograph is a testament to the artistic mastery of Edouard Taurel and serves as a visual record of Dutch exploration in the 16th century.