Molen en boerderijen aan het water 1887

"Molen en boerderijen aan het water" (Windmill and Farmsteads by the Water), created in 1887 by Dutch artist Carel Lodewijk Dake, is an etching capturing a peaceful rural scene. Dake's precise lines depict a windmill, several farmhouses, and a reflecting water body, showcasing his mastery of this printmaking technique. The composition emphasizes the windmill's prominence against the backdrop of a cloudy sky, echoing traditional Dutch landscape art. This etching, now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, offers a glimpse into the tranquility of the Dutch countryside.