1653
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Two "Steiger Schuiten" is a 1653 ink by Nooms, called Zeeman, Reinier, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts two sailing ships, "Steiger Schuiten", in the foreground. The ship on the right has a large sail, while the one on the left has a smaller sail and a flag. In the background, several other ships are visible, along with a cloudy sky. The etching is done in a detailed and realistic style, with intricate lines and textures that give the image depth and dimension. The use of drypoint adds a sense of roughness and texture to the image, which complements the smoothness of the etching. If you're interested in learning more about the Baroque movement, you can explore the works of other artists from this period.
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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