Dorpsgezicht 1777

"Dorpsgezicht", a 1777 etching by Johanna de Bruyn, depicts a charming rural scene. The composition, a characteristic of her work, focuses on a group of small houses nestled among verdant trees, with two figures conversing in the foreground. The artist's meticulous detail brings the idyllic scene to life, showcasing the artist's masterful use of line and tonal variation, characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age. De Bruyn's etchings, often showcasing the natural beauty of the Dutch countryside, were popular with collectors of her time.