Vervallen huis aan een rivier 1772

Louis Joseph Masquelier’s 1772 etching, *Vervallen huis aan een rivier*, depicts a picturesque scene of a dilapidated house nestled along a riverbank. The artist masterfully employs light and shadow to create a sense of depth and realism, highlighting the crumbling walls and overgrown vegetation surrounding the building. A small figure is visible in the distance, adding a sense of scale and human presence to the otherwise desolate landscape. Masquelier's detailed rendering of the natural elements, including the flowing water and the verdant trees, creates a tranquil and evocative atmosphere. This print exemplifies the popularity of landscape art in 18th-century Europe, offering viewers a glimpse into the tranquility of the natural world.