Hannibal's Navy Battling the Rhodians
1634
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1634
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This etching shows ships crashing together in stormy seas. Ropes and oars fill the chaos. Smoke rises from the decks. It’s based on an ancient story. Hannibal’s fleet fights Rhodian warships off Sicily in 260 B.C. The etched lines mimic choppy waves. See how the artist uses cross-hatching to suggest depth. Notice the tiny figures scrambling on the rigging. Look up Basse, Willem for more of his nautical scenes.
