Molen aan het water met rondom drie figuurstudies c. 1828 - 1849

This pen and ink drawing, *Molen aan het water met rondom drie figuurstudies* (Windmill by the Water with Three Figure Studies) by Dutch artist Paulus Lauters, depicts a windmill situated by a river. The composition includes three additional vignettes featuring figures, all in an expressive, yet detailed style, creating a picturesque scene of rural Dutch life. The work, dated between 1828 and 1849, captures a moment in time, giving viewers a glimpse into the everyday life of the Dutch countryside during the early 19th century. The drawing is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.