Molens in een rivierlandschap 1747

"Molens in een rivierlandschap" (1747) is an etching by Jacques Philippe Le Bas, a renowned printmaker of the 18th century. This detailed print showcases the picturesque beauty of a Dutch river landscape, with a prominent windmill standing on the bank of a winding river. The composition features a serene atmosphere, emphasized by the calm water and the soft, cloudy sky. The work reflects the Dutch Golden Age artistic tradition of depicting natural scenes with meticulous attention to detail and a sense of realism. This print, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a prime example of Le Bas's skillful mastery of etching, capturing the nuances of light and shadow in the river landscape.