Het schip Woestduin slaat aan stukken, 1779 1780

Arend Fokke Willemsz's "Het schip Woestduin slaat aan stukken, 1779" is a dramatic engraving depicting the wreckage of the Dutch ship "Woestduin" that sank in 1779. The image focuses on the ship's remains, scattered and broken amidst churning waves. The stormy sea and dramatic clouds overhead emphasize the destructive force of nature and the perilous conditions faced by sailors. This artwork is a visual record of a historical maritime disaster, offering insight into the maritime risks and the challenges of navigation in the 18th century.