Jongen klampt zich vast aan tak in rivier 1758

"Jongen klampt zich vast aan tak in rivier" (1758) by Dutch artist Jan Punt (1711-1779) depicts a dramatic scene of a young boy clinging to a tree branch in a river while a man in a coat gestures towards him. The scene suggests a moment of peril, perhaps a rescue attempt. Punt, known for his engravings, often depicted scenes of daily life, conveying a sense of realism and emotion. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is an excellent example of 18th-century Dutch graphic arts.