Gezicht op Dordrecht vanaf het water 1839

"Gezicht op Dordrecht vanaf het water" (View of Dordrecht from the Water), created in 1839 by Arie Ketting de Koningh, is a captivating etching of a Dutch cityscape. The print, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a tranquil scene with a prominent sailboat in the foreground, sailing towards the distant city of Dordrecht. Ketting de Koningh's meticulous use of line and tone captures the essence of the Dutch landscape and its maritime tradition. This work is a testament to the artist's skill in capturing the beauty of everyday life, offering viewers a glimpse into the 19th-century Dutch waterways.