Kasteel op een berg c. 1860 - 1865

This pencil sketch, *Kasteel op een berg* (Castle on a Mountain), was created by Dutch artist Maria Vos, who was active in the 19th century. Depicting a castle perched atop a hill, the drawing demonstrates Vos's talent for capturing the essence of a scene with quick, expressive strokes. This drawing is a testament to her skill as a landscape artist and her ability to translate her observations into art. The sketch is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, offering art enthusiasts a glimpse into Vos's artistic process and her fascination with the natural world.