Shore of Inland Waterway with a Ketch, Two Smaller Boats, and Fisherman

c. 1656

Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman

Associated Names
Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman

Artist, Dutch, 1623 or 1624 - 1664

The image is presented in black and white, showcasing a coastal scene with boats. The view is eye-level, focusing on boats and people near the shore. A man is pulling a boat onto the sandy shore, where others stand nearby. In the distance, the sea extends towards the horizon with sailboats and structures visible. The sky is filled with clouds depicted with intricate lines, typical of etching techniques. The image is composed with hatching and cross-hatching lines, creating a classic appearance. The monochrome palette gives a serene visual impact.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Dr. Klaus Anselm

  • Dimensions

    plate: 13.4 × 20.2 cm (5 1/4 × 7 15/16 in.)
    sheet: 14.4 × 21.6 cm (5 11/16 × 8 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2018.28.6

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 109, State i/ii

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

By descent to Dr. Klaus Anselm, Keswick, VA; gift to NGA, 2018.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge: no. 109, i/ii

Inscriptions

lower left in plate: 6. R. Zeeman

Wikidata ID

Q77262762

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