Dukdalf bij een haven 1867 - 1914

"Dukdalf bij een haven" (Buoy near a Harbor), created between 1867 and 1914, is an etching by Dutch artist Maurits van der Valk. The artwork, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, captures a solitary buoy standing in a harbor. Van der Valk's meticulous hatching technique, evident in the detailed depiction of the buoy's weathered surface and the rippling water, creates a sense of tranquility and realism. The distant view of boats in the background adds a touch of atmosphere to the composition, hinting at the bustling harbor activity.