Ruïne van abdij te Rijnsburg 1731

"Ruïne van abdij te Rijnsburg" is a 1731 drawing by Abraham de (II) Haen. The artwork depicts the ruins of the Rijnsburg Abbey, a former Benedictine monastery in the Netherlands. Haen was known for his detailed sketches of architectural structures, and this drawing captures the crumbling grandeur of the abbey's remains. The simple lines and the subtle shading give a sense of history and decay. This drawing, currently held in the Rijksmuseum, offers viewers a glimpse into the past and the transience of architectural structures.