Gezicht onder een brug met twee roeiboten c. 1914 - 1919

"Gezicht onder een brug met twee roeiboten," created between 1914 and 1919, is a captivating etching by the Dutch artist Willem Witsen. This evocative artwork depicts a dark and atmospheric scene of a canal flowing beneath a bridge. The composition is centered on the archway of the bridge, framing two rowboats in the water. Witsen's use of chiaroscuro, with strong contrasts between light and dark, creates a sense of depth and mystery, characteristic of his style. The etching is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, providing viewers with a glimpse into the artist's masterful command of line and detail.