Kustlandschap met zeil- en vissersboot 1884

Franz Maecker made this waterside print, *Kustlandschap met zeil- en vissersboot*, depicting a coastal scene with sailboats and fishermen. Born in Germany in the mid-19th century, Maecker lived through a period of significant industrial expansion and social change. The print portrays a seemingly idyllic maritime setting. However, it also hints at the labor and economic activities tied to the sea. The sun rises over figures in a boat, perhaps suggesting the beginning of a long day's work. It suggests an intersection of nature and human effort, where the sea provides both beauty and a means for survival. This piece invites us to consider the relationship between landscape, labor, and identity. It evokes a sense of stillness, but also of the constant activity that defines these coastal communities. The work provides a glimpse into a world shaped by the rhythms of the sea and the daily lives of those who depend on it.