Woningen bij een rivier 1929

"Woningen bij een rivier" (Houses by a River) is a 1929 charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Pieter H.J.J. Ras, renowned for his landscapes. This drawing depicts a serene scene, likely on the Dutch coast, with houses nestled amidst rolling hills and a meandering river flowing through the landscape. Ras's loose, gestural brushstrokes create a sense of atmospheric depth, capturing the soft light and hazy atmosphere of the scene. This work exemplifies Ras's signature style, characterized by a delicate balance between realistic detail and impressionistic abstraction. "Woningen bij een rivier" is housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, and is a testament to Ras's talent for capturing the beauty of the natural world.