Visserspink met zes mannen 1832 - 1880

Willem Gruyter Jr. created this print of a fishing boat with six men. Gruyter was working in the Netherlands during a time of significant social and economic change. Here, we see how gender roles and class distinctions are subtly represented. The men are actively engaged in the labor of sailing and fishing, while other figures stand on the pier, perhaps waiting for the boats to return. There is an element of daily life, with the sea as a source of both livelihood and connection. The focus isn’t just on the scene but also on the lived experiences of those within it. There’s a quietness that invites contemplation on the relationship between humanity and nature, labor and leisure. It reflects both the societal structures of the time and the personal stories of those who navigated them.