Boerderij bij Deurne 1897

"Boerderij bij Deurne" is a small, 1897 charcoal sketch by Willem Cornelis Rip. It depicts a farmhouse and surrounding landscape, likely near the Dutch town of Deurne, in a quick, impressionistic style characteristic of Rip's work. The drawing, with its loose lines and focus on light and shadow, captures the essence of the scene rather than a precise rendering, emphasizing the artist's personal vision. The inscription on the page suggests a preliminary study or a work made en plein air, typical of Rip's approach to landscape painting. This intimate charcoal sketch offers a glimpse into Rip's artistic process and his fascination with capturing the rural Dutch landscape.