Watermolen 1739 - 1786

"Watermolen" (1739-1786) is an etching by Dutch artist Jean Jacques Le Veau, showcasing a picturesque scene of a watermill, its wooden frame partially submerged, and a large tree casting a shadow over the water. The detailed depiction of the mill's mechanism, the surrounding foliage, and the placid water, exemplify Le Veau's mastery of landscape art. This piece, now in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the Dutch fascination with the intricate details of daily life and the beauty of the natural world.