Een stoomboot 1895

Pieter Dupont created this small, 150 by 200 mm artwork, titled 'Een stoomboot,' using etching techniques. Without a precise date, it's challenging to pinpoint the exact socio-political climate influencing Dupont. Yet, it is suggestive to consider the cultural transformations of the 19th century, particularly the industrial revolution and its impact on Dutch society, as these shifts shaped artistic expression. Dupont’s choice to depict a steamboat invites reflection on progress, but also on the working class who operated these vessels. The monochromatic palette perhaps reflects a somber mood, mirroring the toils of labor and the rapid transformations of the landscape. The artist perhaps grappled with a changing world. The artwork serves as a reminder of the human element amidst progress.