Gezicht op het dorp Rockanje 1796 - 1798

Anna Catharina Brouwer's "Gezicht op het dorp Rockanje" (1796-1798) is an etching depicting a view of the village of Rockanje in the Netherlands. This detailed print, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, presents a picturesque scene, with a church standing prominently in the center of the village. The etching captures the village's serene landscape, surrounded by dykes and dunes, emphasizing the protective nature of the natural environment. The artist’s work highlights the recovery of the village from past floods, as seen in the accompanying text, showcasing the resilience of the people and the beauty of the landscape.