Vissers op zee vangen een schildpad 1656 - 1717

This etching by Dutch artist Nicolaes Cornelisz. Witsen, titled "Vissers op zee vangen een schildpad" (Fishermen at Sea Catching a Turtle), depicts a scene of fishermen in a small boat, catching a large turtle. The detailed lines and hatching create a sense of movement and realism. The work is part of the Rijksmuseum collection and is a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of 17th-century Dutch fishermen. The etching also exemplifies Witsen's meticulous attention to detail and his interest in depicting the natural world.