Door de bliksem gespleten boom in het Haagse Bos 1807

Hendrik Schwegman's "Door de bliksem gespleten boom in het Haagse Bos" (1807) depicts a scene in the Hague Forest, a popular recreational area in the Netherlands. The etching portrays the aftermath of a lightning strike that split a large tree, highlighting the dramatic power of nature. The image captures the moment of discovery, with a group of figures standing near the fallen tree, adding a sense of human scale to the scene. The detail of the broken trunk and scattered branches provides a realistic portrayal of the event, drawing attention to the impact of the lightning strike. Schwegman's work demonstrates his skill in capturing the beauty and drama of the natural world through detailed observation and precise rendering.