Harbour of Rotterdam
1655
oil
From the collection of National Museum of Ancient Art
1655
oil
From the collection of National Museum of Ancient Art
This painting shows a bustling harbour scene. Many tall ships with Dutch flags are moored in the water, some with their sails up. In the background, there are buildings and a cloudy sky. The artist has used a range of colours, from the dark blues and greys of the water and sky to the lighter colours of the buildings and ships. The painting has a sense of energy and movement, with the ships and people in the harbour creating a lively atmosphere. If you like this painting, you might also want to look up the work of the artist Lieve Verschuier.
