Duinlandschap 1797 - 1838

"Duinlandschap" (Dune Landscape) is a drawing by Johannes Christiaan Schotel, created between 1797 and 1838. It is a detailed depiction of a Dutch dune landscape, characterized by its muted tones and delicate brushstrokes. The drawing captures the rugged beauty of the dunes with a sense of realism, highlighting the subtle variations in texture and form. Currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, this small-scale drawing showcases Schotel's talent for landscape art and offers a glimpse into the natural world of the Netherlands during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.