Dorpsgezicht met kerktoren 1849 - 1895

"Dorpsgezicht met kerktoren" (Village View with Church Tower), a pencil sketch by Willem Koekkoek, depicts a Dutch village scene. The towering church spire dominates the composition, while buildings and trees provide a sense of depth and perspective. Koekkoek, known for his landscapes and village scenes, created this drawing during the mid-19th century, a time when interest in Dutch heritage and realism was high. The simplicity of the sketch highlights Koekkoek's masterful use of line and tone. This artwork, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offers a glimpse into the artist's practice and a charming portrait of everyday life in the Netherlands.