Gezicht op Mortehan 1831 - 1897

"Gezicht op Mortehan" is a black and white etching by Dutch artist Martinus Antonius Kuytenbrouwer jr. Created between 1831 and 1897, the artwork depicts a rural scene with houses and figures in a village, likely Mortehan in Belgium. The etching uses detailed lines and shading to capture the textures of the buildings and the figures, conveying a sense of everyday life in a small village. Kuytenbrouwer jr. was known for his landscapes and genre scenes, often depicting scenes of rural life in a realistic manner, drawing inspiration from the natural world. This etching exemplifies his skill in capturing the details of a picturesque landscape, making "Gezicht op Mortehan" a popular and recognizable piece in the Rijksmuseum collection.