Rivierlandschap 1840 - 1880

"Rivierlandschap" is a pen and ink drawing by Johannes Tavenraat, a Dutch artist known for his landscapes and cityscapes. The drawing depicts a windmill standing tall in a river landscape, the sky above filled with fluffy clouds. Tavenraat's work is characterized by a loose, expressive style, evident in the gestural lines and simplified forms of the drawing. This work showcases his mastery of capturing the essence of a scene through economical means. "Rivierlandschap" is a testament to Tavenraat's ability to find beauty in the everyday, capturing a fleeting moment in time with masterful precision.