Stuk land afgezet met een hek 1848 - 1888

This delicate pencil sketch, "Stuk land afgezet met een hek" by Anton Mauve, exemplifies the artist's penchant for capturing fleeting moments in nature. Dating from 1848 to 1888, the drawing depicts a simple landscape scene, likely a field enclosed by a fence, rendered with minimalist strokes. Mauve's subtle use of shading creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, inviting the viewer to contemplate the tranquility of the rural setting. The drawing is housed in the Rijksmuseum, a testament to Mauve's enduring influence on Dutch landscape art.