Strijdende bemanningsleden op het zinkende schip Le Vengeur 1881

Henri François Schaefels's *Strijdende bemanningsleden op het zinkende schip Le Vengeur* (1881) depicts the dramatic final moments of the French ship *Le Vengeur*. A detailed etching, the artwork shows the crew bravely fighting for their lives as the ship sinks. The ship’s mast is visible in the background, with a flag still flying even as the crew is overwhelmed by the rising water. The use of fine lines and hatching creates a sense of chaos and desperation, capturing the intense emotions of the scene. This etching is a testament to the bravery of the French sailors and a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made in war.