Rivierlandschap met gezicht op pier en molen 1766

"Rivierlandschap met gezicht op pier en molen" (River Landscape with a View of a Pier and a Mill) is an etching by Caspar Jacobsz. Philips from 1766. The artwork depicts a Dutch river scene with a pier, a windmill, and sailing ships in the distance. The etching, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Philips' ability to capture the beauty of the Dutch landscape with delicate lines and shading. The composition, with its emphasis on the pier and windmill, highlights the importance of these structures in Dutch life and trade. This small-scale etching serves as a fascinating snapshot of Dutch river life in the 18th century.