View of IJsselmonde Seen Across the New Maas c. 1640

Aelbert Cuyp’s “View of IJsselmonde Seen Across the New Maas” (c. 1640) is a delicate black chalk drawing depicting the Dutch landscape, a popular subject for Cuyp. The drawing captures the quiet beauty of the village of IJsselmonde, seen across the river Maas. It features a distant view of a village with a church steeple, a windmill, and several boats sailing on the calm water. The subtle shading of the chalk creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, typical of Cuyp's works, making this a masterful example of his skill in depicting the Dutch countryside.