Zeilschip met gestreken zeilen 1832 - 1880

"Zeilschip met gestreken zeilen" is a black and white etching depicting a sailing ship with lowered sails by Dutch artist Willem Gruyter Jr. Created sometime between 1832 and 1880, this artwork is a fine example of marine art, portraying the beauty and serenity of the sea. The scene features a ship in the foreground with lowered sails, likely returning to port after a journey, while other vessels sail in the distance. The use of light and shadow gives the impression of calm and stillness, typical of the Romantic movement in art. The etching is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.