Damper og sejlskibe 1902 - 1905

Carl Locher created this etching called 'Steamers and sailing ships'. Locher lived through a time of immense technological change, and this work captures the transition from sail to steam power. Steamships, symbols of modernity and industrial progress, were reshaping maritime transport and naval power. The ships at sea evoke a sense of Denmark’s maritime identity, of trade and connection but also of vulnerability. Denmark's relationship with the sea has shaped its economy, culture, and strategic position in Europe. But, its location also made it a site of conflict and competition among larger powers. Locher’s composition invites reflection on the human relationship with the sea, and the interplay between nature, technology, and national identity. This etching serves as a reminder of Denmark’s historical, cultural, and emotional connection to the sea.