Plas te America Possibly 1896 - 1897

"Plas te America" is a pencil drawing by Willem Cornelis Rip, a Dutch artist known for his landscapes. The artwork, possibly created between 1896 and 1897, depicts a simple scene of hills and a distant horizon, suggesting a view of a landscape in America. Rip's signature style is evident in the subtle shading and delicate lines, capturing the essence of the landscape with a minimalist approach. The small size of the work (113 mm x 159 mm) suggests it may be a preliminary sketch or study, perhaps created during a trip to America. The artwork is a testament to Rip's keen observation of nature and his ability to express it through a refined and restrained artistic vocabulary.