A Black sailor standing to left, in profile to the right, a White sailor seated in center with legs outstretched, a ship being repaired to right in the background 1658 - 1663

This etching by Stefano della Bella, created between 1658 and 1663, depicts a scene of sailors on a beach. In the foreground, two men are casually posed, a Black sailor standing and a White sailor seated. In the background, a ship is being repaired, highlighting the labor and craft of seafaring. The artwork's circular frame emphasizes the scene's central focus on these figures, and its delicate lines and shading contribute to its captivating realism. This etching is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.