Schets van een visser aan het water 1797 - 1870

"Schets van een visser aan het water" (Sketch of a fisherman by the water) is a pencil drawing created between 1797 and 1870 by Dutch artist Andreas Schelfhout. The drawing is housed at the Rijksmuseum and depicts a solitary fisherman standing on the edge of a body of water, holding a fishing rod. The simple composition and delicate lines showcase Schelfhout's skill in capturing the essence of a moment in nature, emphasizing the quiet solitude of the figure against the vastness of the landscape. This small sketch, measuring just 165 mm by 104 mm, exemplifies Schelfhout's mastery of landscape drawing and his ability to convey a sense of atmosphere and mood.