Blijdschap 1675 - 1737

This watercolor drawing, "Blijdschap" by Pieter van den Berge, is a captivating portrayal of a woman dressed in a long, flowing green gown. Her expressive face, adorned with a large, fluffy hat, is turned slightly to the side, her eyes gazing towards the viewer. The composition of the figure against a landscape backdrop, likely inspired by Dutch 17th-century genre painting, creates a sense of movement and lightness. This artwork, held by the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of Van den Berge's artistic style, which incorporated both detail and a sense of naturalism.