Het leven op zee 1850 - 1881

"Het Leven op Zee" is a series of five woodcuts by L'Hernault dating from 1850-1881. Depicting the hardships of maritime life, the artwork focuses on a group of sailors on a boat during a storm. The image emphasizes the harsh conditions sailors faced, with a stormy sky and choppy waves. The detailed depiction of the boat's sail and the sailor's struggles against the elements highlight the realism of the print. The small size of the artwork (417 mm x 301 mm) suggests it was intended for personal collection or publication.