Wolkenlucht boven water c. 1841 - 1865

"Wolkenlucht boven water" (Cloudy Sky above Water) is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist Petrus Johannes Schotel, dated c. 1841-1865. It depicts a simple yet expressive landscape, capturing the essence of a cloudy sky above water with delicate, fluid lines. The sketch likely served as a preliminary study for a larger artwork, highlighting Schotel's keen observation and ability to translate nature into a dynamic composition. The artwork currently resides in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing the artist's exploration of atmospheric effects in nature.