Schets met een boom 1745 - 1813

Jacob van der Smissen's "Schets met een boom" is a pencil sketch on paper, likely created between 1745 and 1813. The drawing depicts a tree in the foreground, while the background is filled with various scribbles and marks, possibly representing foliage or other elements of the landscape. The artist's quick strokes and loose lines suggest a rapid sketch, capturing the essence of the tree and its surroundings. This sketch exemplifies van der Smissen's talent for observation and his ability to render natural forms in a succinct and expressive manner.