To både fortøjet under en klippe 1667

This etching by Dutch artist Herman Saftleven, titled "To både fortøjet under en klippe" (Two Boats Moored Under a Cliff), depicts a picturesque river scene. Created in 1667, the artwork showcases Saftleven's masterful use of line and detail, capturing the tranquility of a rural landscape with two boats moored beneath a looming cliff. A small structure perched on the cliff and a distant cityscape add depth and scale to the composition. The meticulous rendering of the boats, foliage, and water emphasizes the artist's dedication to realism and naturalism, hallmarks of his style.