Stoomboten 1888

"Stoomboten," a 1888 etching by Belgian artist James Ensor, captures a scene of steamships in a harbor. The artwork is known for its expressive lines and atmospheric use of light and shadow, characteristics of Ensor's artistic style. "Stoomboten" showcases Ensor's fascination with the modern world and its technological advancements, reflected in the steam and smoke billowing from the ships. The etching's depiction of bustling maritime activity provides a glimpse into the industrializing world of late 19th-century Europe.