Figuur bij een bosrand 1834 - 1903

"Figuur bij een bosrand" (Figure at the edge of a forest) is a pencil drawing by Johan Hendrik Weissenbruch, a prominent Dutch artist of the 19th century. This piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a delicate sketch that captures the essence of nature. The drawing depicts a solitary figure standing in the foreground, dwarfed by the towering trees that dominate the composition. Weissenbruch’s masterful use of line and shading brings the texture and depth of the forest to life, inviting viewers to step into the tranquility of the natural world. The artist's keen eye for detail and his ability to evoke atmosphere in a simple sketch are hallmarks of his style, making this a significant example of Dutch landscape art.