Nederland getroffen door watersnood en andere rampen, 1775 1741 - 1775

This 18th-century etching by Jan Caspar Philips, entitled "Nederland getroffen door watersnood en andere rampen," depicts the devastation caused by floods and other disasters in the Netherlands. The central scene portrays a flooded landscape with a church steeple in the background and a boat battling the turbulent waters. The artwork is framed by allegorical figures and vignettes that depict the effects of the disasters, including a view of the sea breaking through a dike. This evocative artwork serves as a poignant reminder of the dangers of natural disasters and their impact on human lives.