Bomen langs een vaart 1887

"Bomen langs een vaart" (Trees Along a Canal) is an etching created in 1887 by Dutch artist Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a serene landscape featuring a canal, a row of trees, and a cloudy sky. The etching's delicate lines and subtle shading create a sense of depth and atmospheric realism, typical of Holst's style, which was influenced by the Dutch Romantic tradition. This piece showcases the artist's mastery of etching technique, capturing a moment of tranquility in the Dutch countryside.