Vakwerkhuizen aan het water 1858

"Vakwerkhuizen aan het water" (1858) is a pen-and-ink drawing by Johannes Tavenraat depicting two traditional timber-framed houses by the water. The drawing, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, captures the distinctive architecture of the Dutch countryside in the 19th century. The artist's detailed depiction of the timber framing, windows, and roofs provides a glimpse into the construction methods and aesthetics of the time. Tavenraat's work often focused on rural scenes, showcasing his keen observation of architectural details and the natural world.