Galei met Nederlandse vlag by Joannes Bemme

Galei met Nederlandse vlag 1800 - 1841

light pencil work

quirky sketch

animal

shading to add clarity

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

idea generation sketch

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

This detailed etching depicts a "Galei met Nederlandse vlag" (Galleon with Dutch Flag) by Dutch artist Joannes Bemme. Created between 1800 and 1841, the artwork showcases a galleon with multiple sails and a Dutch flag flying proudly. The image captures the essence of Dutch naval power, with meticulous attention to detail evident in the ship's construction, the figures on board, and the flowing waves. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, a testament to the rich maritime history of the Netherlands.