The Mariakerk In Utrecht 1652 - 1689

Jacob van der Ulft’s “The Mariakerk in Utrecht” (1652-1689) is a sepia-toned drawing depicting the Mariakerk, a church in Utrecht, Netherlands. The drawing is characterized by its detailed depiction of the church's architecture, including its elaborate facade, its imposing tower, and its surrounding buildings. Van der Ulft's work was greatly influenced by his Dutch contemporaries, particularly the work of Pieter Saenredam, who depicted similarly detailed views of architectural subjects. The Mariakerk was demolished in 1826, making this drawing a valuable record of the church's appearance during the Dutch Golden Age. It is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.