Schets van een allee in een stad 1797 - 1870

This graphite sketch titled "Schets van een allee in een stad," meaning "Sketch of an avenue in a city," is a work by the Dutch Romantic painter Andreas Schelfhout. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the essence of a city avenue with a simple yet expressive style. The emphasis on the trees lining the path, with a glimpse of a building in the background, gives viewers a sense of peaceful tranquility amidst the urban landscape. The composition is simple, creating an intimate view of the city’s streets, typical of Schelfhout’s style. This sketch, dating from 1797-1870, is an example of his early work, showcasing the development of his interest in depicting Dutch landscapes.