Roeiboot met figuren op een rivier 1771 - 1802

"Roeiboot met figuren op een rivier" (Rowboat with Figures on a River) is an etching by the Dutch artist Jan Izaak van Mansvelt, created between 1771 and 1802. The print depicts a small boat carrying several figures rowing down a river, with a broken pier in the background. The scene is rendered in delicate lines, emphasizing the contrast between the smooth water and the rough timber. The artist’s use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth, adding to the realism of the composition. This work highlights Van Mansvelt’s talent for capturing the fleeting beauty of everyday life, a common theme in Dutch art.