Kustlandschap met vissers 1750 - 1783

"Kustlandschap met vissers" (Coastal Landscape with Fishermen) is an etching by Jacques Philippe Le Bas, a prominent French artist, created between 1750 and 1783. This detailed print, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, depicts a dramatic seascape with a large ship sailing off the coast of a rocky headland. The foreground features fishermen on the shore, highlighting the daily life of coastal communities. The composition uses light and shadow to create a sense of depth, while the etching's delicate lines convey the textures of the sea and the land. This print is an exemplary example of the Rococo style, popular in the 18th century, known for its emphasis on naturalism and graceful details.