Gezicht op een rivier 1780

"Gezicht op een rivier" (View of a river) is an etching by Dutch artist Hendrik Roosing, created in 1780. The artwork depicts a serene Dutch landscape with a river flowing through the center, surrounded by trees and a small village. In the foreground, two figures are fishing, while a hay cart is being pulled along a path. The artwork provides a glimpse into the everyday life of the Dutch countryside in the late 18th century, with its simple beauty and quiet atmosphere. It showcases Roosing's skill in capturing the details of nature and the activities of people in their natural environment. The etching is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum, a testament to the importance of this artist and his work in Dutch art history.