Jongens seinen naar een schip vanaf een zinkende roeiboot before 1894

This watercolor painting by Willem Wenckebach, titled "Jongens seinen naar een schip vanaf een zinkende roeiboot" (Boys Signaling a Ship from a Sinking Rowboat), captures a dramatic scene of desperation at sea. A small rowboat, possibly sinking, is depicted with figures waving to a large ship in the distance. The muted tones and hazy atmosphere create a sense of urgency and isolation, underscoring the vulnerability of the boys in the face of the vast and indifferent sea. The painting likely draws inspiration from real-life maritime disasters, highlighting the dangers of seafaring and the importance of rescue at sea.