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Figures on Board Small Merchant Vessels, c. 1650-5 (pen, brown ink and wash drawing)
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Figures on Board Small Merchant Vessels, c. 1650-5 (pen, brown ink and wash drawing)
XOS3038327 Figures on Board Small Merchant Vessels, c.1650-5 (pen, brown ink and wash drawing) by Velde, Willem van de, the Elder (1611-93); 21x32.2 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.:
); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 12833727
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17th Cargo Dutch Golden Age Golden Age Labor Load Loading Merchants Rope Sails Seventeenth Shipping Tackle Traders
EDITORS COMMENTS
This pen, brown ink, and wash drawing by Willem van de Velde the Elder takes us back to the bustling Dutch Golden Age in the 17th century. Titled "Figures on Board Small Merchant Vessels" this artwork measures 21x32.2 cm and is housed at the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles. The scene depicted showcases a busy harbor filled with small merchant vessels engaged in trade and shipping activities. The meticulous attention to detail brings life to each figure present on board these boats, capturing their laborious work as they load cargo onto their ships. The artist's skillful use of pen strokes and delicate washes creates a sense of movement within the composition, emphasizing the billowing sails and intricate rigging that adorn these vessels. It is evident that Van de Velde was not only interested in capturing maritime scenes but also studying figures engaged in various tasks related to sailing. As we observe this remarkable piece, we are transported into a world where sailors, merchants, and traders come together to facilitate commerce across vast oceans. This drawing serves as a testament to the importance of maritime trade during this period while highlighting the dedication and hard work required for successful voyages. With its historical significance and artistic brilliance, "Figures on Board Small Merchant Vessels" remains an invaluable addition to our understanding of Dutch naval history during the Golden Age.
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