Stenen brug over een ondiepe beek after 1854

This pen and ink sketch by Johannes Tavenraat, dated after 1854, depicts a stone bridge over a shallow stream. The artwork is part of the Rijksmuseum collection and exemplifies the artist's interest in capturing the details of his surroundings. The simple yet detailed lines of the bridge and the surrounding landscape convey a sense of realism. Tavenraat was a skilled draftsman, known for his detailed and precise renderings, and his work often featured landscapes and architectural elements. This sketch, while small and seemingly insignificant, reveals his keen eye for observation and his ability to capture the essence of a scene with a few strokes.