Model of a Life Buoy c. 1826

A. Scheerboom's "Model of a Life Buoy" is a three-dimensional representation of a life-saving device from around 1826. The artwork consists of a circular lifebuoy made of black leather, suspended by a delicate, elliptical metal frame. The simplicity of the design and the realistic depiction of the lifebuoy's materials highlight the importance of this essential tool in maritime safety, serving as a poignant reminder of the dangers of the sea and the ingenuity of human innovation.