Digging of the Ghent Canal

Artist: Jan Anton Garemijn
Artwork: Digging of the Ghent Canal
Description: This painting depicts the digging of the Ghent Canal, which was a major engineering project in the 16th century. The canal was built to connect the city of Ghent to the sea, and it was an important trade route for centuries. The painting shows the workers who dug the canal, as well as the horses and carts that were used to transport the materials. The painting is a valuable historical document, as it provides a glimpse into the construction of one of the most important canals in Europe.
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