Dorpsgezicht 1732 - 1782

johannadebruyn

aged paper

mechanical pen drawing

pen sketch

old engraving style

etching

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

pen work

sketchbook drawing

storyboard and sketchbook work

Johanna de Bruyn's etching "Dorpsgezicht" depicts a serene Dutch landscape, showcasing her talent for capturing the beauty of everyday life. Created between 1732 and 1782, the print showcases a small village nestled amongst trees, with figures interacting near a bridge and a stream. This etching exemplifies the artist's expertise in depicting the detailed textures of nature, particularly the intricate branches and leaves of the trees, and the delicate lines of the thatched roofs and the bridge. De Bruyn's work is known for its intimate and captivating depiction of the natural world.