Aangespoelde potvis bij Egmond aan Zee, 1764 1764

"Aangespoelde potvis bij Egmond aan Zee, 1764" is a detailed etching by Vincent Jansz. van der Vinne, created in 1764. The artwork depicts a beached sperm whale, or "potvis", on the shore of Egmond aan Zee, Netherlands. The scene showcases the scale of the whale, with a gathering of people dwarfed by its massive form. The etching displays a realistic depiction of the whale, capturing its anatomy and the natural world surrounding it. This artwork offers a glimpse into the fascination and awe that large marine creatures like whales have inspired for centuries.