Tegeltableau van twaalf tegels met bark en kofschip c. 1780 - 1795

This tile tableau of a bark and a kofship was crafted by G. de Graaf from twelve individual tiles. The deep blue against the white creates a striking contrast, immediately drawing the eye into the maritime scene. The artist's use of line is particularly noteworthy. Notice how each line, whether defining the rigging of the ships or the crests of the waves, is rendered with a precision that speaks to a deep understanding of form and structure. The composition, carefully arranged, invites us to consider the relationship between the two vessels. One ship appears sturdy and upright, while the other lists precariously. De Graff challenges fixed meanings by engaging with ways of thinking about space and representation. This tableau is not just a depiction of ships; it’s an exploration of balance and instability, order and chaos, rendered through the deceptively simple medium of glazed tiles. The artwork functions as part of a larger cultural and philosophical discourse.