De overstroming van de Diemerzeedijk bij Amsterdam, 1776 1775

"De overstroming van de Diemerzeedijk bij Amsterdam, 1776" (1775) by Jan Bulthuis is a dramatic black and white etching depicting the flooding of the Diemerzeedijk near Amsterdam. The scene shows people struggling to secure a large, rounded object with ropes, likely a lifeboat, as powerful waves crash against the shore. In the background, a storm rages with dark clouds and windswept trees. The artist captures the chaos and urgency of the situation, highlighting the resilience of those facing the flood. This work is a significant historical document of the Dutch Golden Age, offering a glimpse into a catastrophic event and the human response to it. It is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.