Riviergezicht 1668 - 1677

"Riviergezicht" is a small-scale drawing by Pieter Coopse, created between 1668 and 1677. The drawing depicts a river scene with a variety of sailboats and a small rowboat in the foreground. Coopse masterfully utilizes washes of grey ink to create depth and atmospheric perspective, suggesting a cloudy sky and gentle movement of the water. Coopse's precise and detailed brushwork captures the texture of the sails, the water and the vegetation. The drawing exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age's penchant for depicting everyday scenes and maritime life.