Zeegezicht met schepen op open zee 1745 - 1775

"Zeegezicht met schepen op open zee" (Seascape with ships on the open sea), a print by Jean-François Daumont, is a depiction of ships sailing on a calm sea. The artwork, which dates back to the 18th century, shows multiple vessels with billowing sails, suggesting a journey underway. Daumont's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and realism. The print, now in the Rijksmuseum, showcases a common theme of the Dutch Golden Age: the maritime prowess and trade that defined the era.