De raderen van een watermolen 17th century

This 17th-century anonymous drawing, *De raderen van een watermolen* (The Wheels of a Watermill), is a delicate sketch on paper housed at the Rijksmuseum. The faint red lines depict the intricate machinery of a watermill, with emphasis on the cogs and gears. This work demonstrates the fascination with technology and mechanics that characterized the Dutch Golden Age, and its minimalist aesthetic hints at the artist's keen eye for detail. Though the artist remains unknown, this drawing offers a glimpse into the visual culture and engineering advancements of a bygone era.