Seascape with ships
1679
oil
From the collection of National Gallery of Armenia
1679
oil
From the collection of National Gallery of Armenia
This painting shows a seascape with many ships on the water. The sky is cloudy and grey, and the sea is dark and choppy. There are several large ships in the distance, with smaller boats closer to the viewer. The ships have white sails and are moving through the water. The painting is done in oil paint, and the artist has used a lot of detail to show the texture of the sea and the sails of the ships. The overall effect is one of movement and energy, as if the ships are about to sail out of the picture. If you like this painting, you might also want to look at other works by Ludolf Bakhuizen.
