Vervallen boerderij c. 1571 - 1629

Abraham Bloemaert's "Vervallen boerderij" (c. 1571-1629) is a pen and wash drawing housed at the Rijksmuseum. The drawing depicts the ruins of a farmhouse, a common theme in 17th-century Dutch art. Bloemaert captures the detail of the crumbling brick walls and thatched roof, highlighting the passage of time and the fragility of human structures. This small yet evocative drawing is a fine example of Bloemaert's skill in rendering detail with loose, expressive strokes.