Who painted Shipyard?

Shipyard was painted by Cornelis Ploos van Amstel in 1761.

Where can I see Shipyard?

Shipyard is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Shipyard?

Shipyard is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Shipyard?

Museum-quality prints of Shipyard are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Shipyard

Cornelis Ploos van Amstel , 1761

Shipyard is a chalk print by the Romanticist artist Cornelis Ploos van Amstel. It dates from 1761 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:verso along bottom in brown ink: H. Saftleven del. Ploos van Amstel fecit.
Markings: Marked:verso: artist's mark

About this work

Overview

Shipyard is a print created by Cornelis Ploos van Amstel in 1761, showcasing a serene scene in a shipyard.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a tranquil shipyard with a small wooden building near the water, surrounded by scattered people and tools, set against a hazy backdrop of trees and another structure.

Technique & Style

The artist employed fine lines to build up shadows and texture, utilizing a technique akin to layered pencil strokes, resulting in a detailed yet dreamy atmosphere.