Overstroming in de Palingstraat te Vlissingen, 1808 1808

"Overstroming in de Palingstraat te Vlissingen, 1808" is a black and white engraving by Izaak Jansz. de Wit, depicting the flooding of the Palingstraat in Vlissingen on January 15, 1808. The print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases a detailed view of the street, with buildings submerged in water. Figures are seen navigating the flood in boats, highlighting the impact of the natural disaster on everyday life. De Wit's meticulous portrayal of the scene underscores the severity of the flooding, offering a poignant historical record of the event.