Ophaalbrug over een kanaal in een stad 1890 - 1946

"Ophaalbrug over een kanaal in een stad" (Drawbridge over a canal in a city), a pencil sketch by Cornelis Vreedenburgh, is a quick, gestural depiction of an urban scene. The artist, known for his cityscapes and landscapes, captures the essence of a drawbridge spanning a canal, with surrounding buildings and trees suggested in loose, expressive lines. This work, created between 1890 and 1946, demonstrates Vreedenburgh's adeptness in capturing the fleeting moments of everyday life. The artwork's simplicity and immediacy allow for an intimate glimpse into the artist's creative process.