Dorpsstraat c. 1884 - 1887

"Dorpsstraat", a pencil drawing by Willem Witsen, is a sketch of a village street in the Netherlands. Created between 1884 and 1887, the work showcases Witsen's signature style of loose and gestural lines, capturing the essence of everyday life in a rural setting. The simple composition and use of shading provide a glimpse into the artist's observational skills and his interest in documenting the ordinary. Now housed at the Rijksmuseum, this drawing exemplifies Witsen's contribution to Dutch realism.