Boten op het strand van Katwijk 1887 - 1889

"Boten op het strand van Katwijk" is an etching by Carel Nicolaas Storm van 's-Gravesande, created between 1887 and 1889. The artwork, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, depicts a panoramic view of Katwijk beach with a group of people gathered around a beached boat. The use of dark silhouettes against a light background emphasizes the dramatic composition and the subtle detail of the etching technique. Storm van 's-Gravesande was known for his masterful depiction of Dutch landscapes and seascapes, often employing a realist approach.