Gezicht in een Duits stadje 1861

"Gezicht in een Duits stadje" (View of a German Town) is a pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Pieter van Loon, created in 1861. This work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a charming townscape with a focus on architectural details and daily life. The composition showcases a central church with a tall spire, surrounded by quaint buildings, a small canal, and figures going about their day. Van Loon's precise lines capture the texture and form of the buildings, making this drawing a captivating glimpse into a German town in the mid-19th century.