Gezicht op de St. Laurenskerk en de Kapelkerk te Alkmaar 1648 - 1671

Jan de Bisschop's "Gezicht op de St. Laurenskerk en de Kapelkerk te Alkmaar" (1648-1671) is a detailed drawing of the St. Laurentius Church and the Chapel Church in Alkmaar, Netherlands. The drawing depicts the churches from a distance, across a canal, with the church facades partially obscured by buildings and boats. The scene is captured with subtle brown tones, reflecting the muted light of the Dutch sky. This drawing, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the daily life of a 17th-century Dutch town. The realistic portrayal of the churches and surrounding buildings, along with the carefully rendered boats and figures, reveals the artist’s skill in capturing the essence of Dutch life in a simple and evocative way.