Drie ruiters in de duinen c. 1876

Anton Mauve's "Drie ruiters in de duinen" (Three Riders in the Dunes), a charcoal drawing from c. 1876, showcases the artist's mastery of capturing fleeting moments. The drawing depicts three figures on horseback, their forms sketched with quick, gestural lines against the backdrop of a vast, undulating landscape. The minimal detail and atmospheric quality evoke a sense of solitude and the vastness of nature, characteristic of Mauve's depictions of rural life. Currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, this drawing offers a glimpse into the artist's creative process and his fascination with the Dutch countryside.