Dijkdoorbraak bj Wijdewormer, 1825 1825

This 1825 engraving by an anonymous artist depicts the dike breach near Wijdewormer in the Netherlands. The artwork captures a moment of local significance with a simple but evocative depiction of the flooded landscape. The image's focus is on the water, with a few small boats navigating the turbulent waters and figures observing the event from the shore. The detailed clouds and the reflection of the scene in the water add to the realism of the work. The inscription on the bottom of the engraving identifies the location and date of the dike breach, making this a valuable piece of historical documentation.