Molen 1832 - 1882

"Molen" is a small etching by Louwrens Hanedoes, a Dutch artist who lived from 1822 to 1905. The artwork, which is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum, depicts a windmill in a landscape setting. The detail of the windmill is captured with fine lines, with the structure of the blades, and the windmill's base rendered in a hatched style. The artist uses light and shadow to add a sense of depth to the composition. The minimalist composition gives a sense of stillness to the scene and captures the essence of the Dutch landscape. The etching, created sometime between 1832 and 1882, is a testament to the artist's skilled craftsmanship.