IJsschoten en ijsbergen 1880

"IJsschoten en ijsbergen" (Ice Floes and Icebergs) is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist Louis Apol, dated 1880. This quick study, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the fleeting beauty of ice formations. Apol's simple lines suggest the weight and texture of the ice, creating a sense of vastness and isolation. The light pencil strokes on a light background emphasize the transient nature of the subject, reflecting the artist's interest in the fleeting nature of landscapes.