Dorp bij Kleef c. 1839 - 1872

"Dorp bij Kleef" (Village near Kleef) is a pencil sketch by Johannes Tavenraat, a Dutch artist known for his landscapes and cityscapes. This drawing, created between 1839 and 1872, depicts a village scene, likely a view of Kleef, Germany, with a building and surrounding foliage. Tavenraat's sketch, housed at the Rijksmuseum, is an example of his early, impressionistic style, capturing the essence of the scene through loose, expressive lines and delicate shading. This piece offers a glimpse into the artist's working process and his keen eye for detail, even in a preliminary sketch.