Schepen op zee 1783

"Schepen op zee" (Ships at Sea) is an etching created in 1783 by Johann Gottlieb Prestel, a German artist known for his depictions of maritime scenes. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Prestel's mastery of etching, capturing the delicate details of the ships and the choppy waves of the sea. The composition, featuring a larger ship in the distance and smaller boats in the foreground, adds a sense of depth and scale to the scene, creating a dynamic and engaging visual experience.