A fort on a river with state barges at anchor

This winding-river scene is probably a view of the Medway. In the centre middle distance is a small coastal vessel with its mainsail hauled up, behind which is a larger ship sailing before a light breeze. Three state barges lie at anchor in the foreground. On the far bank of the river is a fort, possibly Hoo Ness (now called Folly Point), and a church (St Werburgh, Hoo) on the horizon. Alternatively, the buildings on the left might be Cockham Fort, looking north towards Hoo.

Object Details

ID: PAE5250
Collection: Fine art
Type: Drawing
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Velde, Willem van de, the Elder
Date made: 1675? or about 1690; 1675?
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Secondary support: 154 mm x 248 mm; Primary support: 147 mm x 236 mm; Mount: 317 mm x 480 mm