Sea with ships 1826

"Sea with Ships" is a 1826 work by German Romantic painter Caspar David Friedrich. The black and white etching depicts a minimalist scene of three ships sailing on the sea, with one ship situated in the foreground and two in the background. The ships are all rendered with simple lines, emphasizing the vastness and emptiness of the sea. Friedrich's artwork often reflected the Romantic ideals of nature's power and the sublime, and this work showcases his signature combination of precision and suggestion.