Hoogwater in Culemborg, 1809 1809

This etching by Dutch artist Jan Gerritsz. Visser depicts the flooded streets of Culemborg in 1809. The print, measuring 285 mm by 350 mm, shows a narrow street lined with brick buildings, with people struggling to navigate the high water. Some are on horseback, while others are in boats, highlighting the severity of the flood. The scene is a poignant reminder of the destructive force of nature and the resilience of those who faced it. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into 19th-century Dutch life and the challenges of natural disasters.