De zeilwagen van Simon Stevin, 1602 1640s

This anonymous etching from the 1640s depicts "De zeilwagen van Simon Stevin," a sailing chariot invented by the Dutch mathematician Simon Stevin in 1602. The print shows the chariot, pulled by a team of horses, on the beach with its sail raised. The scene is filled with figures, some in boats and others on the shore, creating a sense of movement and activity. The image is a testament to the ingenuity of Stevin and a glimpse into the Dutch fascination with scientific innovation in the 17th century. This artwork is part of the Rijksmuseum collection.