A Frigate at Anchor, Saluting a Nearby Yacht 1620 - 1693

"A Frigate at Anchor, Saluting a Nearby Yacht," a pen and wash drawing by Willem van de Velde I, is a maritime scene depicting a frigate firing a cannon salute to a passing yacht. The piece is characteristic of van de Velde’s meticulous detail in depicting the ships and their sails. This small-scale drawing captures the dynamism of the event, with the smoke trailing from the cannon adding a sense of movement to the scene. The artist’s fascination with ships and seafaring is evident in this work, reflecting the Dutch Golden Age’s maritime dominance.