1653
ink
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
A "Vlotschuit" and a "Schietschuit" is a 1653 ink by Nooms, called Zeeman, Reinier, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows two boats on calm water. The smaller boat in front is loaded with large sacks, while a few people work on it. Behind it, a bigger sailing ship with tall masts and a flag flies toward the horizon. The sky is partly cloudy, and the waves are gentle. The labels at the bottom, *"Een Vlotschuit"* and *"Een Schietschuit,"* name the two boat types—one for hauling goods, the other for shooting cannons. Next, check out etching, drypoint, aquatint to see how this print was made.
Reinier Nooms (c. 1623 – 1664), also known as Zeeman or Seeman (Dutch for "sailor"), was a Dutch maritime painter known for his highly detailed paintings and etchings of ships. From the 1650s, Nooms started producing…
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