Scheepswerf aan een bevroren kanaal 1613

Claes Jansz. Visscher's etching *Scheepswerf aan een bevroren kanaal* depicts a winter scene in the Netherlands, showing a frozen canal with people ice skating and a shipyard working on a boat. Visscher, known for his detailed depictions of Dutch life, captured the everyday activities of his time. The etching, dating back to 1613, showcases the skills of the artist in capturing the nuances of light and shadow, and the composition highlights the quiet beauty of a Dutch winter. The scene, now preserved in the Rijksmuseum, gives us a glimpse into the daily life of 17th century Holland.