Oever van een rivier after 1854

This pencil sketch, "Oever van een rivier," (River Bank) by Johannes Tavenraat, is a quick study of a river scene. The simple lines and hatched shading suggest a rapid execution, possibly done on location. The sketch is an example of the artist's interest in capturing the natural world, and the use of pencil suggests a focus on capturing light and shadow. The work's inscription, visible in the image, reveals details about the river's location. This sketch is an excellent example of a study, a preparatory drawing for a larger work of art. It is currently in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.