Doorbraak van de Arnhemmer Broekdijk, 1855 1855

This etching, "Doorbraak van de Arnhemmer Broekdijk, 1855" by Cornelis Springer, depicts the aftermath of a dike breach near Arnhem in 1855. The scene is rendered in a realistic style, with detailed depictions of the damaged landscape and the figures who are attempting to rebuild. The etching is a testament to the devastation caused by the flood and serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and protecting waterways. The work is a fine example of the genre of landscape etching, and it highlights the artist's skill in capturing the dramatic effects of nature. The etching is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.