Na de Storm 1870

"Na de Storm" (After the Storm), a 1870 landscape drawing by Johannes Hilverdink, depicts a somber scene of a rocky terrain with a few gnarled trees in the foreground. The sky is overcast, suggesting a recent storm, with a faint moon peeking through the clouds. This black and white drawing uses stark contrasts to create a sense of drama and desolation, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing the aftermath of nature's fury. The work, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a powerful example of Dutch Romanticism and Hilverdink's artistic style, which focused on landscapes and nature's awe-inspiring power.