Boerderij met figuur te Bois Marteau c. 1846 - 1851

"Boerderij met figuur te Bois Marteau" is a pencil drawing by Willem Roelofs, a prominent Dutch landscape painter of the 19th century. Created between 1846 and 1851, the artwork showcases Roelofs' mastery of capturing the idyllic beauty of rural life. It features a simple thatched cottage, partially hidden by foliage, with a single figure standing in the foreground. The drawing's delicate lines and subtle shading create a sense of depth and atmosphere, highlighting the tranquility of the scene. The piece is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, providing viewers with a glimpse into the artist's early development and the evolution of landscape painting in the Netherlands.