Gezicht op Geertruidenberg vanaf water Salmsteke 1785

"Gezicht op Geertruidenberg vanaf water Salmsteke" is an etching by Carel Frederik Bendorp, a Dutch artist who was active from 1736 to 1814. The artwork, which is part of the Rijksmuseum collection, depicts a view of the Dutch city of Geertruidenberg, seen from the water. The scene focuses on a group of fishing boats and fishermen, with a large sail in the foreground. The artwork is a prime example of 18th-century Dutch landscape art, showcasing a meticulous detail of the natural and man-made features of the scene. This etching exemplifies Bendorp's skill in capturing the essence of daily life and the surrounding natural beauty of the Netherlands.