Water

About this work

This image shows a muscular man with a beard riding a sea creature with a horse-like face and flowing mane. He holds a long spear in one hand and grips the creature’s mane with the other. The waves around them are rough, and the sky above is stormy, with dark clouds and a few birds flying. The artist used fine lines to create deep shadows and texture, especially on the man’s muscles and the creature’s scales. This style makes the scene look dramatic and three-dimensional. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists like Sadeler made detailed prints.