Watersnood in Koog aan de Zaan, 1825 1825

This 1825 etching by Albert Kramer depicts a scene of the "Watersnood" (flood) in Koog aan de Zaan, a town in the Netherlands. The artwork showcases a detailed view of the flooded landscape, with a windmill prominently positioned in the foreground. The scene is rendered in a realistic style, capturing the devastation caused by the flood, which occurred on February 3, 1825. This print provides valuable insight into the historical event and its impact on the local community. The etching is relatively small, measuring 270 mm in height and 384 mm in width.