De Groenlandsche visserij 1806 - 1830

"De Groenlandsche visserij" is a series of four prints by Johan Noman that depict Dutch ships sailing to Greenland for whaling in the early 19th century. Created between 1806 and 1830, these prints show various scenes of the ships at sea, including a close-up view of the ships and their sails. The detailed imagery and the inclusion of descriptive text below each scene provides insight into the practices of Dutch whaling in Greenland. The prints are a testament to the skill and artistry of Noman, who captured the beauty and danger of this arduous maritime endeavor. The work is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.