In het bos 1895

natural stone pattern

homemade paper

paper non-digital material

pale palette

white palette

paper texture

folded paper

watercolour bleed

mixed medium

watercolor

"In het bos" (In the Forest) is a 1895 etching by Dutch artist Jan Toorop (1858-1928), currently in the Rijksmuseum. The work features a detailed depiction of a forest scene, with trees and their branches rendered with fine lines, showcasing Toorop's distinctive style that blends Symbolism and Art Nouveau. This small-scale etching (103 mm x 101 mm) captures the quiet and contemplative atmosphere of the forest, inviting viewers to appreciate the beauty of nature.