Galei met soldaten op zee by Abraham Dircksz. Santvoort

Galei met soldaten op zee 1667

quirky sketch

mechanical pen drawing

pen illustration

pen sketch

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

pen work

sketchbook drawing

storyboard and sketchbook work

sketchbook art

sea

"Galei met soldaten op zee" is a 1667 etching by Abraham Dircksz. Santvoort, depicting a galley full of soldiers navigating rough seas. The detailed illustration showcases Santvoort's meticulous attention to detail, capturing the intricacies of the ship's rigging and the churning waves. This small yet powerful print exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age's fascination with maritime themes and the skill of its artists in portraying them. The print is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.