Figuren in een boot op een rivier 1776 - 1851

"Figuren in een boot op een rivier" is an engraving by Dutch artist Daniël (I) Veelwaard, created between 1776 and 1851. This black and white print, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a boat filled with figures navigating a river amidst a lush tropical landscape. Palm trees and dense vegetation dominate the composition, highlighting the exotic setting. This artwork provides a glimpse into the Dutch colonial era and the artist's fascination with distant lands and cultures. The detailed rendering of the vegetation and the figures in the boat demonstrate Veelwaard's skill in capturing the intricacies of the natural world.