Ontmoeting met een Russische lodja op zee, 1597 1598

This anonymous woodcut, created in 1598, depicts a scene of encountering a Russian "lodja" at sea. The "lodja," a type of large, flat-bottomed boat, is shown prominently in the foreground, filled with people and with a sail raised. Two smaller boats are also visible in the distance, suggesting an encounter between different groups. The artwork, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offers a glimpse into maritime travel and trade during the late 16th century.