Schepen op zee 1870 - 1923

"Schepen op zee" (Ships at Sea), a sepia drawing created between 1870 and 1923 by Dutch artist Willem Witsen, showcases his signature style of realism. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a calm seascape with three sailing ships. The focus is on the largest ship in the foreground, its sails billowing in the gentle breeze. The smaller ships in the distance add a sense of depth and perspective to the composition, enhancing the sense of vastness of the sea. Witsen's meticulous attention to detail and the use of light and shadow create a captivating and tranquil scene.