t'Huis den Ooy van vooren c. 1731 - 1733

Cornelis Pronk's "t'Huis den Ooy van vooren" is a detailed drawing of a Dutch manor house, showcasing the artist's meticulous attention to architectural detail. Pronk, a prominent Dutch landscape and architectural painter, created this work sometime between 1731 and 1733. The drawing, currently housed at the Städel Museum, captures the grand facade of the manor, with its numerous windows, ornate roofline, and surrounding greenery. The perspective and precise lines create a sense of realism, offering viewers a glimpse into the grandeur of 18th-century Dutch architecture.