Lossen van boten op het strand 1837 - 1843

Marinus Adrianus van Straten created this print, *Lossen van boten op het strand*, using etching and aquatint. Van Straten was a Dutch artist who lived in a time of significant social and economic change. This print offers us a glimpse into the daily lives of working-class people in the 19th century, set against the backdrop of a bustling beach with fishing boats. The beach is a site of labor, where one can observe the dynamics of gender and age. Women and children are prominently featured, highlighting their essential roles in maritime industries, yet their contributions often go unacknowledged in historical narratives. The print invites us to consider the lives and labor of these individuals, prompting reflection on the intersectional dimensions of their existence. It reminds us of the human stories embedded in the landscape and the social structures that shape our understanding of history and identity.