VELDE (Willem van he)
(1633 - 1707)
61. — A Calm
On the left is a large ship of war, with her sails hanging loose on the yards, firing a salute. Right and left of her are small boats. In the centre of the foreground is a boat loaded with fish-baskets, with two men in it. On the right, three fishing smacks.
Canvas, 12 3/4 in. by 14 1/2 in. Exhibited at the Royal Academy, London, i 885 .
From the Collection of the Earl of De la Warr.
VELDE (WILLEM van)
(1633 - 1707)
62. — A Storm at Sea
A sea view, shewing a strong gale of wind, a tempestuous ocean, and a stormy sky. On the right is a ship of war, bending to the breeze, and approaching the front, with only a single sail set. On the left, a small vessel, full of people.
Signed : AY. v. Velde f. Canvas, 2c> 34in. by 2412in.