Het aanbrengen van de masten op het schip, plaat nr. 6, ca. 1700 1690 - 1710

"Het aanbrengen van de masten op het schip, plaat nr. 6" is an etching by Sieuwert van der Meulen, a Dutch artist born in 1698 and who died in 1730. This print from the series depicts the laborious process of installing masts onto a ship. A complex crane system is featured prominently in this artwork, highlighting the advanced ship-building techniques of the Dutch Golden Age. The print, housed at the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the maritime industry of the 17th century, showcasing the intricate details of shipbuilding with its remarkable clarity. This etching is a remarkable example of 17th-century Dutch printmaking, showcasing the skill and precision of the artist.