Zeilschepen voor de kust 1818 - 1865

"Zeilschepen voor de kust" (Sailing Ships off the Coast) is a 19th-century lithograph by Petrus Johannes Schotel, a Dutch painter and lithographer. The artwork depicts a serene seascape with several sailing ships at anchor in the foreground, framed by a hazy sky. The composition is balanced and tranquil, emphasizing the calm of the sea. Schotel's meticulous attention to detail and mastery of light create a realistic and evocative depiction of Dutch maritime life. This lithograph is housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing the beauty of Dutch marine art.