1645
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Appelmarkt (De Appelmarckt) is a 1645 ink by Nooms, called Zeeman, Reinier, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white scene shows a busy harbor packed with tall ships. The boats have many sails and ropes, some with flags fluttering. In the background, a church tower and buildings line the shore, with trees adding depth. The water looks choppy, and small boats float near the bigger ships. The artist used fine lines to show every rope and wave, making it look almost 3D. The name "De Appelmarckt" is written at the bottom, hinting at a market near the water. If you like this style, look up etching to see how artists create detailed prints like this.
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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