1674
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
The Dutch Man-of-War "De Gouden Leeuw" on the River Y near Amsterdam is a 1674 oil by Ludolf Bakhuizen, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
This painting depicts a majestic Dutch man-of-war, "De Gouden Leeuw", sailing on the River Y near Amsterdam. The ship is adorned with the Dutch flag, and its sails are billowing in the wind. In the foreground, smaller boats are visible, with people on board. The painting is rendered in oil paint, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing the play of light on the water and the ship's sails. The overall effect is one of dynamic movement and energy. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, look up Ludolf Bakhuizen.
Ludolf Bakhuizen (28 December 1630 or 1632 – 7 November 1708) was a German-born Dutch painter, draughtsman, calligrapher and printmaker.
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