Galleys in a Mediterranean harbour

It is possible that this rapid sketch with extensive graphite underdrawing may have been made from life. The subject is probably a race or some other kind of ceremonial event.

Object Details

ID: PAF5526
Collection: Fine art
Type: Drawing
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Italian School, 17th century
Date made: circa 1680
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Sheet: 115 x 192 mm; Mount: 405 mm x 557 mm