Inscheping 1822 - 1880

"Inscheping" is a 19th-century etching by Dutch artist Reinier Craeyvanger, depicting a dramatic scene of a man being helped into a small boat by three women as a ship sails away in the distance. The piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, highlights Craeyvanger's talent for capturing everyday life scenes with a sense of emotion and realism. The artist's detailed etching style adds depth and texture, creating a poignant and intimate moment. The print's small dimensions, measuring 114 mm wide and 153 mm high, accentuate its focus on the intimate interaction between the figures.