Schip wordt gekeerd om de bodem te breeuwen en harpuizen 1717 - 1732

"Schip wordt gekeerd om de bodem te breeuwen en harpuizen" is an etching by Dutch artist Pieter van den Berge, dated between 1717 and 1732. The artwork depicts a ship being turned on its side for maintenance and repair, showcasing the process of "breeuwen" - cleaning and scrubbing the ship's hull. The detailed depiction of the ship, its rigging, and the surrounding activities highlights the importance of shipbuilding and seafaring in 18th century Netherlands. The etching is part of the Rijksmuseum collection, measuring 166 mm in height and 199 mm in width.