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Aernout Smit (Amsterdam 1641-1710)
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Aernout Smit (Amsterdam 1641-1710)

The Dutch fleet lying in the harbour at Amsterdam, with the flagship approaching

Closed20 November 2013

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GBP 12,500

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Aernout Smit (Amsterdam 1641-1710)
The Dutch fleet lying in the harbour at Amsterdam, with the flagship approaching
signed 'A. Smit' (on the side of the rowing boat, lower centre)
oil on canvas
26¼ x 34 in. (66.8 x 86.4 cm.)

Specialist note

Born in Amsterdam in 1641, Smit was a pupil of Jan Blankerhoff when the van de Veldes, Bakhuizen and the Ruisdaels were at the height of their powers and prestige. Their influence can clearly be seen in the present work.