Skyformation 1630 - 1708

"Skyformation" is a pen and ink drawing created by Dutch artist Ludolf Bakhuizen sometime between 1630 and 1708, the year of his death. The work depicts a cloudy sky above a landscape, showcasing Bakhuizen's masterful skill in capturing atmospheric effects and the fleeting nature of light. The artist's emphasis on the sky's dynamic movement distinguishes the work from his more well-known seascapes. This drawing, currently housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst, provides a glimpse into Bakhuizen's meticulous approach to capturing natural phenomena in great detail.