View along the River Vecht, near Maarssen, with a Docking Station, Three Figures in the Foreground and the Country Estate of Vechthoven in the Distance c. 1682 - 1699

This pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Abraham Rutgers, created sometime between 1682 and 1699, depicts a tranquil scene along the River Vecht near Maarssen in the Netherlands. The work showcases Rutgers' talent for capturing the details of the natural world, with delicate strokes capturing the texture of foliage and the flow of the river. The figures in the foreground, likely locals, add a sense of scale to the landscape. In the distance, the artist depicts the country estate of Vechthoven, hinting at the beauty of the surrounding area and the importance of rural life.