Gezicht in het Haagse bos 1610 - 1653

"Gezicht in het Haagse bos" (View in the Hague Forest) is a black chalk drawing created by Dutch artist Simon de Vlieger. This work, dating from 1610-1653, depicts a serene woodland scene. The composition features a lone figure walking along a path through a dense forest, with the trees dominating the landscape and creating a sense of depth and tranquility. De Vlieger, known for his mastery of landscape painting, meticulously renders the details of the trees and their foliage, capturing the essence of the natural world. The drawing's minimalist palette, consisting primarily of shades of grey, adds to its atmospheric quality.