Beach Scene with Ketches and other Fishing Boats

c. 1656

Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman

Associated Names
Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman

Artist, Dutch, 1623 or 1624 - 1664

The image shows a coastal landscape with boats and fishing activities. The horizon is at a low point in the composition, with sailing vessels and figures engaging in various tasks on the shore and in the sea. A large ship is on the sand nearby, and another ship is sailing close by. Smaller boats are scattered in the shallows, with figures working or interacting. In the distance, smaller vessels can be seen on the calm sea. The sky has scattered clouds, and the illustration features fine etching techniques with precise linear strokes. The color palette is predominantly monochrome, providing a classic and historical impression.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Dr. Klaus Anselm

  • Dimensions

    plate: 13.5 × 20.5 cm (5 5/16 × 8 1/16 in.)
    sheet: 14.7 × 22 cm (5 13/16 × 8 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2018.28.7

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein no. 110, 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. 110, i/ii

Inscriptions

lower left in plate: 7. R. Zeeman

Wikidata ID

Q77262771

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