In de katoenververij 1868 - 1892

"In de katoenververij" (In the Cotton Dyeing Factory) is an etching created between 1868 and 1892 by Dutch artist Anthon Gerhard Alexander van Rappard. It depicts the interior of a bustling cotton dyeing factory, showcasing the labor-intensive processes involved. The artist's detailed rendering of the machinery, workers, and tools offers a glimpse into the realities of industrial life in 19th century Netherlands. Van Rappard was known for his realistic depictions of everyday scenes, often using etching as his medium.