Gezicht op Sloten 1637 - 1692

Roelant Roghman's etching "Gezicht op Sloten" (1637-1692) showcases a picturesque view of the Dutch village of Sloten. The composition, characterized by a winding path leading towards a church spire and a foreground filled with trees and figures, exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age's fascination with landscape art. Roghman's detailed rendering of the natural world, including the dense foliage and the water's reflection, emphasizes the beauty and tranquility of the Dutch countryside. This etching, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, is a fine example of Roghman's mastery of the etching technique, known for its fine lines and delicate shading.