Twee schuiten c. 1910 - 1911

"Twee schuiten" (Two Barges), a graphite drawing by Willem Witsen, depicts two barges moored in a harbor. The Dutch artist, known for his naturalistic style, captured the boats in meticulous detail, highlighting the interplay of light and shadow on their surfaces and the subtle movement of the water. The composition, dominated by the boats and the vast expanse of the water, evokes a sense of quietude and contemplation, characteristic of Witsen's oeuvre. This drawing, created between 1910 and 1911, is part of the Rijksmuseum collection, a testament to Witsen's significant contributions to Dutch art.