Kastanjebladeren 1876 - 1951

"Kastanjebladeren" (Chestnut Leaves), a charcoal and pastel drawing by Theo Nieuwenhuis, showcases the artist's keen eye for detail and love of nature. The work, created between 1876 and 1951, depicts a cluster of chestnut leaves in a striking, almost graphic style. The leaves, rendered in shades of green and grey against a dark background, appear almost translucent, emphasizing the delicate structure of the plant. This meticulously crafted artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Nieuwenhuis's mastery of botanical illustration.