Cornelis Danckerts I

Dutch, c.1601 - 1656

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The image depicts a waterfront scene with buildings, trees, a church spire on the horizon, and boats in the water. The artwork showcases a precise etching style with detailed lines, cross-hatching for shading, and a monochrome color palette of black and white tones. Small boats are visible on the left side of the image under a cloudy sky.
Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I, The Night-Boats to The Hague, Delft, and Amsterdam, c. 1652/1654, etching with drypoint on laid paper, The J. and H. Weldon Foundation Inc. and Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2016.89.29

The Night-Boats to The Hague, Delft, and Amsterdam

Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I · c. 1652/1654 · etching with drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2016.89.29

The image is an etching of a maritime scene showing a fleet of ships sailing on the sea. The horizon line is high in the image, just below the top edge. In the foreground, there is a small boat and a larger ship with their sails unfurled. Further back, several sailing ships can be seen on the water. The etching technique features fine lines and cross-hatching to create texture in the water and sky. The color palette is monochrome black and white, typical of traditional etchings that prioritize line work and composition. The sky is engraved with cloud formations and birds, adding to the maritime atmosphere.
Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I, Two "Steiger Schuiten", c. 1652/1654, etching with drypoint on laid paper, The J. and H. Weldon Foundation Inc. and Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2016.89.17

Two "Steiger Schuiten"

Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I · c. 1652/1654 · etching with drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2016.89.17

The image displays a maritime scene showing sailing vessels from a low angle above the water. The horizon is in the upper third of the image with ships against the sky. Two intricate ships sail through choppy waters with billowing sails. The etching technique shows detailed texture of the sails and waves with a monochromatic color palette of black and grey. A faint shoreline is visible in the distance.
Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I, A States Yacht and an "Uijtlegger" or Escort Vessel for the Waddenzee, c. 1652/1654, etching with drypoint on laid paper, The J. and H. Weldon Foundation Inc. and Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2016.89.16

A States Yacht and an "Uijtlegger" or Escort Vessel for the Waddenzee

Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I · c. 1652/1654 · etching with drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2016.89.16

The image shows a landscape view of a historical city waterfront with a bustling harbor scene. The perspective is from the water level, displaying a busy port filled with wooden boats of various sizes. Close to us, several small boats are shown with figures engaged in rowing or attending to their vessels. The horizon line is defined by the intricate masts of sail ships clustered at a dock in the distance, partially obscured by a wooden bridge crossing the waterway. The bridge is populated with people and is a central feature of the composition. On the left, there is a prominent building with a tower-like structure, framed by tall ships with raised sails and fluttering flags. The brushstrokes reveal fine detailing characteristic of etching techniques, capturing the textures of sails, structural elements, and the water's surface. The color palette includes shades of grey and brown typical of etching prints, emphasizing line work and the contrast between the sky and the land. In the background, clumps of trees are etched with hatching, providing a natural boundary to the scene, enveloping the architecture and further forms beyond the bridge.
Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I, The Gelderse Quay and the Schreiers Tower, Amsterdam, c. 1652/1654, etching with drypoint on laid paper, The J. and H. Weldon Foundation Inc. and Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2016.89.20

The Gelderse Quay and the Schreiers Tower, Amsterdam

Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I · c. 1652/1654 · etching with drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2016.89.20

The image shows a naval scene with two sailing ships at sea. The horizon line is near the top of the image, with the sea below. Both ships have sails extended, with flags on the masts. The ship on the left is larger with dark sails, while the ship on the right has lighter sails. The details are precise, showing texture of sails and water movement. Waves are detailed, conveying motion. The grayscale palette emphasizes the linework and contrasts between the ships and surroundings.
Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I, The "Vrijheijt," a Man-of-War and the "Hazewind," a Merchantman for Spain, c. 1652/1654, etching with drypoint on laid paper, The J. and H. Weldon Foundation Inc. and Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2016.89.15

The "Vrijheijt," a Man-of-War and the "Hazewind," a Merchantman for Spain

Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I · c. 1652/1654 · etching with drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2016.89.15

The image displays a seascape with two sailing ships depicted from a slightly elevated point of view. One ship is closer on the right side with billowing sails and a figure managing the rigging. Another ship is positioned in the distance to the left with furled sails. The horizon is near the upper half of the composition, where the sky meets the sea, with faint lines suggesting distant land and a sailing ship. The etching technique is evident in the style, with detailed lines capturing the texture of the sails, sea, and clouds above. The color palette is monochrome, using varying intensities of black and white for contrast and depth.
Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I, A "Watership" Carrying Water for the Salt Works and Another One Carrying Water for the Breweries, c. 1652/1654, etching with drypoint on laid paper, The J. and H. Weldon Foundation Inc. and Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2016.89.18

A "Watership" Carrying Water for the Salt Works and Another One Carrying Water for the Breweries

Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I · c. 1652/1654 · etching with drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2016.89.18

The image shows two sailing vessels docked side by side on the water. The horizon separates the sky and the sea, with a few distant sailboats visible. The etching has fine line work and cross-hatchings for texture on the sails and vessels. The color scheme is monochromatic in shades of gray and black. The boats and riggings are detailed, with soft clouds in the distance.
Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I, A Friesland Ketch and a Gelderse Ketch, c. 1652/1654, etching with drypoint on laid paper, The J. and H. Weldon Foundation Inc. and Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2016.89.22

A Friesland Ketch and a Gelderse Ketch

Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I · c. 1652/1654 · etching with drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2016.89.22

The image shows a shipyard with a large ship under construction. The scene includes rooftops, masts, clouds, water, and people working in and around the ship. The style is an engraving with fine details and a monochromatic color palette of gray tones. Figures are seen observing or discussing in the foreground, and the sky has billowing clouds.
Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I, The Launch of a Ship, c. 1652/1654, etching with drypoint on laid paper mounted on paper, The J. and H. Weldon Foundation Inc. and Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2016.89.24

The Launch of a Ship

Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I · c. 1652/1654 · etching with drypoint on laid paper mounted on paper ·  Accession ID  2016.89.24

The image depicts a black and white etching of a nautical scene. Various elements are shown, including boats, structures, pots, and barrels. The detailed composition features fine lines suggesting textures of water and wood. The monochromatic palette enhances the historical atmosphere of the scene.
Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I, A Raft and a "Onderlegger", c. 1652/1654, etching with drypoint on laid paper, The J. and H. Weldon Foundation Inc. and Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2016.89.35

A Raft and a "Onderlegger"

Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I · c. 1652/1654 · etching with drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2016.89.35

The image shows a classic etching featuring two sailboats on a calm body of water. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, revealing the boats, the horizon with distant sails, and large clouds in the sky. The etching uses fine lines to create texture and detail in the sails, water, and figures on the boats. The color palette is monochromatic with various shades of grey and black. In the background, there are vague silhouettes of land and trees.
Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I, A "Friesland" Peatpot, and a "Dijnopschuit" or "Veense" Peatpot, c. 1652/1654, etching with drypoint on laid paper, The J. and H. Weldon Foundation Inc. and Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2016.89.23

A "Friesland" Peatpot, and a "Dijnopschuit" or "Veense" Peatpot

Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman, Cornelis Danckerts I · c. 1652/1654 · etching with drypoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2016.89.23