IJsbergen 1880

"IJsbergen," a pencil and watercolor sketch created in 1880 by Dutch artist Louis Apol, is a study of icebergs. The artist’s depiction of these monumental forms is simplified yet evocative. On the left, Apol captures the icebergs’ jagged edges and vast scale. The right side features two more, rendered more abstractly. Apol, known for his landscapes and seascapes, captures the essence of these fleeting natural wonders. This work, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, reveals Apol's keen eye for detail and his ability to express natural forms with minimalist strokes.