Boerderij en een hooiberg 1733 - 1784

"Boerderij en een hooiberg" (Farm and Haystack) is a drawing by Dutch artist Hendrik Spilman, dating from 1733-1784, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum. The work showcases Spilman's talent for depicting the rural Dutch landscape. The scene features a farmhouse, a hayrick, and a group of figures engaged in daily activities, capturing the idyllic ambiance of Dutch countryside life. The use of delicate brushstrokes and muted tones gives the drawing a sense of calm and serenity, characteristic of Spilman's style.