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Portait of the 'Kampveere' (?), c.1664 (offset, graphite, grey wash)
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Portait of the 'Kampveere' (?), c.1664 (offset, graphite, grey wash)
7342096 Portait of the 'Kampveere' (?), c.1664 (offset, graphite, grey wash) by Velde, Willem van de, the Elder (1611-93); 52.5x43.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Willem van de Velde, the Elder
A ship of the Zeeland Admiralty, built in 1653, 48-guns. Its history is not known but it is not the ship referred to by the English as the 'Arms of Terver' when captured in 1673. The drawing depicts the ports on the broadside: around ten on the gundeck, ten on the upper deck, and two on the quarterdeck. It is shown from the starboard lee quarter before a quartering wind under fore course, mizzen and fore and main topsails. On the tafferel are the arms of Zeeland on a crowned oval shield supported by two lions rampant guardant. There are undetermined arms between dolphins on the rail above and a view of a town on the counter. The Boymans Museum, Rotterdam, has an offset (not in reverse) from the same original as this drawing (no. 232-1120), inscribed 'tship der veere'. The NMM drawing is a faint offset, rubbed on the back and also not in reverse, worked up in pencil and wash with considerable alterations. In spite of the corrections in the luff it still looks too long. The shaking sails, which have replaced the furled sails of the original, are in rapid pencil and bold wash. The work has been dated to 1664-1665 by the subject and watermark.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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This stunning portrait print of the 'Kampveere' by Willem van de Velde, the Elder captures the essence of a majestic ship from the Zeeland Admiralty. Built in 1653 with 48 guns, this ship's history remains somewhat mysterious, adding to its allure. The intricate details depicted in this artwork showcase the ports on the broadside, with around ten on each deck and two on the quarterdeck.
The ship is shown sailing gracefully from the starboard lee quarter under fore course, mizzen, and fore and main topsails. The arms of Zeeland proudly adorn the tafferel, flanked by two lions rampant guardant. A town can be seen in the background on the counter, adding depth to this maritime scene.
The artist's skillful use of graphite and grey wash brings life to this historical vessel, with shaking sails that hint at movement and action. Despite some alterations made during creation, this print still exudes a sense of grandeur and power.
Dated to 1664-1665 based on subject matter and watermark analysis, this piece offers a glimpse into naval history during that period. Displayed at the National Maritime Museum in London, UK, it serves as a reminder of past maritime glory captured through artistry and skill.
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