Landschap c. 1876 - 1879

"Landschap" (c. 1876-1879) by Anton Mauve is a charcoal drawing that captures the essence of a Dutch landscape. With loose, gestural strokes, Mauve evokes the rolling hills and fields characteristic of the region, suggesting a sense of atmospheric depth and subtle light. The work, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Mauve's interest in capturing the fleeting beauty of nature through a minimalist and expressive style. His mastery of charcoal allows him to convey both the solidity of the land and the ephemeral quality of the sky.