Watervogels c. 1904 - 1906

"Watervogels" (Water Birds) is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Gerrit Willem Dijsselhof, dating to 1904–1906. The artwork, now in the Rijksmuseum collection, depicts a variety of water birds, including a pelican, a heron, swans, and ducks. The simplified, almost childlike lines and muted color palette are characteristic of Dijsselhof’s style, known for its naturalism and interest in the everyday. The artist’s focus on the subtle details of the birds and their interaction with the environment creates a sense of tranquility and connection to the natural world.