In this gallery I will show you some of my favorite ocean liner paintings I have made over the years. Every painting comes with a small description of what my intention was when painting the ship. I have also enclosed a short history of each ship supplemented with some interesting photo’s. Enjoy!
This watercolor painting shows the iconic Caronia in New York which was operated by Cunard Line from 1947 till 1967. Watercolor: 50 x 65,3 cm.
This watercolor shows the magnifique s.s.France in Southampton assisted by Red Funnel and Alexandria Towing tugs on a hot summer day.
QE2 seen entering IJmuiden locks after visiting the city of Amsterdam. Watercolor. Size 50 x 65,3 cm.
The most famous ship ever buit at De Schelde yard in Vlissingen. The painting shows her at her best. Watercolor on paper. Size: 40 x 54 cm.
Holland America Line's beautiful Statendam seen arriving in San Francisco at Pier 35s. This watercolor was made on paper and measures 46 x 74 cm.
This painting shows s.s.United States in Southampton. The work measures 32,3 x 47,2 cm.
Perhaps one the most beautiful cargo/passenger ships of the Oranje Lijn. This oil painting shows the Prinses Margriet in Canadian waters. The size of the work is 50 x 70 cm.
Pencil drawing of the super yacht Vava II seen in Flushing Roads. The size of this pencil drawing is 38,1 x 50,5 cm.
Holland America Line's flagship Nieuw Amsterdam in Rotterdam in the 60's. Watercolor on paper. The work measures 46 x 74 cm
This small watercolor painting shows the arrival of Bremen in New York.
The Dutch ferry Prins Willem I arrives at the port of Terneuzen. The size of this work is 34 x 49.7 cm and it's made on paper.
Besides classic ocean liners I do also create paintings of modern merchant ships. Do have a look here to see the details of these commissions.
Do you want an unique piece of marine art yourself? Please let me know your ideas. We can discuss the size, materials, scene and ship!
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I’m a fulltime Dutch marine artist. I work for private and professional clients all over the world to create an unique artwork of their vessels. Which ship would you like to have a painting of? Contact me with your personal wishes. I’m looking forward to hearing from you.
Besides being a maritime artist I’m also the co-founder of a company which produces 1:1250 shipmodels. Make sure to check out our different (mainly Dutch) scale models. We do accept commissions from shipping companies as well. Feel free to ask for a price quote: More info: BFT1250.nl.
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