Gezicht op Monnickendam by Gaspar Bouttats

Gezicht op Monnickendam 1679

landscape illustration sketch

quirky sketch

mechanical pen drawing

pen sketch

personal sketchbook

sketchwork

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

storyboard and sketchbook work

sketchbook art

This etching by Gaspar Bouttats depicts a view of Monnickendam, a town in the Netherlands, in 1679. The artwork features three ships in the foreground, two of which are sailing towards the viewer. The town is shown in the background, with its church tower prominently visible. The etching is a fine example of 17th-century Dutch art, showcasing a detailed and realistic depiction of a maritime scene. This piece is housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, and demonstrates the artistic legacy of the Dutch Golden Age.