Zeilschepen op zee c. 1825 - 1875

"Zeilschepen op zee" (Sailing Ships at Sea), a watercolor sketch by Petrus Johannes Schotel, is a captivating study of ships navigating choppy waters. The artist's use of subtle washes creates a sense of movement and depth, capturing the dynamic interplay of wind and wave. The composition features two separate scenes, offering glimpses into the artist's observations of nautical life. This sketch, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides insight into Schotel's artistic process and his keen eye for detail in depicting the maritime world.