Gezicht op een kerk aan het water 1866 - 1910

"Gezicht op een kerk aan het water" (View of a church by the water) is an etching by Frans Hens, a prominent Dutch artist who worked between 1866 and 1910. The print depicts a church tower and its surrounding buildings, with the church facing the water. The composition showcases Hens's mastery of light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and tranquility. This artwork is a fine example of Hens's meticulous attention to detail, capturing the essence of a Dutch landscape with subtle and evocative strokes. The etching was likely created during his later artistic career, as he was known for his detailed and atmospheric depictions of churches and other architectural subjects.