Gezicht op de poort van de molen Rijn en Lek te Wijk bij Duurstede Possibly 1906 - 1909

This charcoal sketch by Willem Witsen, titled "Gezicht op de poort van de molen Rijn en Lek te Wijk bij Duurstede," offers a glimpse into the artist's quick study of a windmill in the Netherlands. Created sometime between 1906 and 1909, the sketch captures the essence of the structure with gestural lines and shaded areas. Witsen, known for his realistic yet impressionistic style, often used sketches like this as preliminary studies for his paintings. The sketch, held in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the artist's keen observation and his masterful use of charcoal.