Maarten Platje: The Early History of the U.S. Navy 

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An exhibition of recent paintings by Dutch marine painter Maarten Platje, showcasing important historic U.S. naval battles and his iconic work, The Council of War, based on the famous historical drawing by Willem van de Velde the Elder (1611-93). Plaatje served in the Dutch navy, has a mastery of sailing ships, and has sailed the waters depicted in his works. His paintings are richly detailed, technically accurate, and extensively researched to provide a realistic portrayal of historic ships and events.