Schepen over land getrokken en een overtoom Possibly 1677 - 1696

"Schepen over land getrokken en een overtoom" is an etching by Giovanni Battista Falda, created between 1677 and 1696. The print, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, shows three different methods of transporting ships over land, showcasing the ingenuity of Dutch engineering in the 17th century. The detailed depictions of the process, including the use of manpower, horses, and a large wheel, offer insight into the complex and labor-intensive nature of moving ships over land. This etching is a valuable historical document, providing visual evidence of 17th-century technology and Dutch maritime innovation.