Gezicht op het Spaarne met scheepstimmerwerf en washuis bij Haarlem 1796 - 1849

This etching, titled "Gezicht op het Spaarne met scheepstimmerwerf en washuis bij Haarlem" by Albertus Brondgeest, depicts a tranquil scene of a shipyard on the Spaarne river in Haarlem, Netherlands. The artist, known for his detailed depictions of Dutch landscapes, captures the quiet atmosphere of the shipyard, with its wooden buildings and boats, framed by a wide sky filled with fluffy clouds. The perspective is low, emphasizing the water’s reflective surface and bringing the viewer closer to the details of the riverfront scene. This work, a fine example of Dutch realism, is a reminder of the importance of waterways and industry in 19th-century Holland.