Rivierlandschap met een molen 1848 - 1888

Anton Mauve's "Rivierlandschap met een molen" is a charcoal sketch on paper depicting a windmill in a Dutch landscape. Created sometime between 1848 and 1888, it exemplifies Mauve's mastery of capturing the essence of his subject matter through quick, gestural lines. The artwork's loose and expressive strokes, reminiscent of the Barbizon School, prioritize feeling over detailed realism, creating a sense of atmosphere and movement in the windswept landscape. The sketch, now in the Rijksmuseum, is a captivating glimpse into Mauve's artistic process.