The Ruined Town n.d.

Anthonie Waterloo's etching "The Ruined Town" depicts a picturesque scene of a stone bridge over a canal. The bridge is framed by lush foliage and a crumbling building, adding a sense of history and decay. The composition, with its emphasis on natural elements and the dramatic use of light and shadow, is characteristic of Waterloo's work, who was known for his evocative landscapes. This etching, now in the collection of The Art Institute of Chicago, showcases the artist's skill in capturing the beauty of nature while also hinting at the passage of time and the inevitability of change.