Gezicht op een haven 1660

"Gezicht op een haven" (View of a Harbor) is a 1660 etching by Dutch artist Dominique Barrière, created when he was 50 years old. The print depicts a bustling harbor scene with numerous ships and boats, figures, and buildings, including a large classical structure with columns. The composition is balanced, with the harbor and its activities taking center stage. The detailed depiction of the ships, figures, and architecture demonstrates Barrière's skill in etching and his interest in the details of daily life. This etching is an excellent example of the 17th-century Dutch fascination with the subject of harbors and maritime activities.