Huwelijks inzegening van Gerard Jacob Theodoor Beelaerts van Blokland en Johanna Maria Kneppelhout Possibly 1870 - 1877

This anonymous drawing, "Huwelijks inzegening van Gerard Jacob Theodoor Beelaerts van Blokland en Johanna Maria Kneppelhout," depicts the wedding ceremony of Gerard Jacob Theodoor Beelaerts van Blokland and Johanna Maria Kneppelhout, likely taking place between 1870 and 1877. The sketch captures the intimate moment, showcasing the couple at the center surrounded by guests in a domestic setting. The artist's use of pencil and brown wash highlights the solemnity of the occasion, conveying a sense of both joy and reverence. The drawing is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Netherlands, providing a glimpse into Dutch social life during the 19th century.