Strandgezicht met treurende vissersvrouwen, 1868 1868

"Strandgezicht met treurende vissersvrouwen" (1868) by Hendrik Wilhelmus Last depicts a poignant scene of mourning women on a beach, likely grieving the loss of fishermen at sea. The Dutch artist, known for his maritime paintings, captures the somber atmosphere with meticulous detail. The crashing waves, abandoned fishing boat, and the gathering figures create a sense of tragedy and vulnerability. This lithograph, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the hardships faced by coastal communities in 19th-century Holland.