Abraham Storck Collection

A Wooded Landscape with Travellers on a Path through a Hamlet, about 1665

Harbour scene, 1670-1699. Creator: Abraham Storck
Harbour scene, 1670-1699

The Muscovite legation visiting Amsterdam, 29 August 1697, 1697-1708

Whaling Grounds in the Arctic Ocean, 1654-1708. Creator: Abraham Storck
Whaling Grounds in the Arctic Ocean, 1654-1708

The Roads of Enkhuizen, 1654-1708. Creator: Abraham Storck
The Roads of Enkhuizen, 1654-1708

The Island of Onrust near Batavia (Jakarta), 1699. Creator: Unknown
The Island of Onrust near Batavia (Jakarta), 1699. Manner of Abraham Storck

Malta, Harbor of Valletta, 1695. Creators: Abraham Storck, Willem Schellinks
Malta, Harbor of Valletta, 1695

The Dutch Whaling Fleet, 1690 / 1700. Creator: Abraham Storck
The Dutch Whaling Fleet, 1690/1700. Sailors harpooning whales and attacking polar bears

Sea-piece, a breeze near a Dutch port, c. 1640 (oil on panel)
5938161 Sea-piece, a breeze near a Dutch port, c.1640 (oil on panel) by Vlieger, Simon Jacobsz

A marine sham-fight on the Y before Amsterdam, before 1710 (oil on canvas)
5938175 A marine sham-fight on the Y before Amsterdam, before 1710 (oil on canvas) by Storck, Abraham (1644-1708); 59.7x89.1 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Sea-piece with a Dutch man-of-war, before 1708 (oil on canvas)
5938132 Sea-piece with a Dutch man-of-war, before 1708 (oil on canvas) by Storck, Abraham (1644-1708); 77.8x109.2 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; Dutch

Whaling Grounds in the Arctic Ocean, by Dutch artist Abraham Storck (or Sturckenburch), 1654 - 1708. The orginal painting is in the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Ships in a Lagoon, 17th or early 18th century. Artist: Abraham Storck
Ships in a Lagoon, 17th or early 18th century. Found in the collection of the State M Ciurlionis Art Museum, Kaunas, Lithuania

Sailing Boats, 17th or early 18th century. Artist: Abraham Storck
Sailing Boats, 17th or early 18th century. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

Tsar Peter I visiting England in January 1698, early 18th century. Artist: Abraham Storck
Tsar Peter I visiting England in January 1698, early 18th century

A Battle Offshore, 17th century. Artist: Abraham Storck
A Battle Offshore, 17th century

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EDITORS COMMENTS

Abraham Storck, a renowned Dutch artist of the 17th and early 18th centuries, captured the essence of maritime life in his stunning paintings. With an incredible attention to detail, he depicted various scenes that showcased the Dutch Whaling Fleet during its peak years between 1690 and 1700. One of his notable works is "Sea-piece, a breeze near a Dutch port, " painted around 1640. This oil on panel masterpiece portrays a serene coastal scene with ships gently swaying in the wind. Storck's skillful brushstrokes bring to life the bustling atmosphere of a busy harbor. In another captivating piece titled "A marine sham-fight on the Y before Amsterdam, " created before 1710, Storck captures an exhilarating naval battle off the coast of Amsterdam. The vivid colors and dynamic composition transport viewers into this thrilling moment at sea. Storck also delved into historical events through his artistry. His painting "Tsar Peter I visiting England in January 1698" depicts an important diplomatic meeting between Tsar Peter I and English officials during his visit to England. Through Storck's meticulous technique, we can witness this significant event unfold before our eyes. Not limited to just maritime scenes, Storck also ventured into landscapes such as "Ships in a Lagoon. " This work showcases tranquil waters surrounded by lush greenery while ships rest peacefully under clear skies—a testament to Storck's versatility as an artist. Furthermore, he explored themes beyond peaceful imagery with pieces like "A Battle Offshore. " Here, he captures the intensity and chaos of naval warfare during the seventeenth century—an impressive display of his ability to convey action and drama through paintbrush strokes. Additionally, one cannot overlook Storck's contribution to documenting whaling activities during that era.