Schoorstenen 1849 - 1895

"Schoorstenen" is a pencil drawing by Willem Koekkoek, created between 1849 and 1895. This artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The drawing depicts a series of chimney stacks and industrial structures, capturing the artist's fascination with the changing industrial landscape of the Netherlands in the mid-19th century. The artist's use of light and shadow, along with the detailed rendering of the structures, adds depth and realism to the scene. This work provides a glimpse into the industrial revolution and the changing character of the Dutch landscape.