Landschap met meer en mannen bezig met scheepsbouw Possibly 1774

"Landschap met meer en mannen bezig met scheepsbouw" (Landscape with a Lake and Men Working on Shipbuilding) is a mezzotint by Richard Earlom, dated possibly 1774. The artwork depicts a serene landscape with a lake, trees, and figures constructing a boat. Earlom, a renowned mezzotint engraver, is known for his skillful rendering of light and shadow, which gives the print a soft and atmospheric quality. The scene is a testament to the artist's talent in capturing the details of nature and the human figure. This print, now in the Rijksmuseum collection, offers a glimpse into the shipbuilding industry and the idyllic landscapes of 18th-century Europe.