Zeegezicht met zeilschepen
Leonard de Koningh
1822 - 1845
Medium
lithography
Dimensions
430; 555
About this artwork
lithografie op chine collé
Art Historical Context
Leonard de Koningh’s *Zeegezicht met zeilschepen* captures the Dutch fascination with the sea through a finely executed lithograph. Created between 1822 and 1845, the print depicts sailing vessels navigating open waters, a subject deeply rooted in the Netherlands’ maritime identity. Measuring 430 by 555 millimetres, the work was produced using lithography on chine collé, a technique in which a delicate sheet of Chinese paper is bonded to a sturdier backing during printing. This method allowed for crisp detail and subtle tonal gradations while making the image suitable for wider distribution. ...