Rivierlandschap met figuren en boten by Hendrik Spilman

Rivierlandschap met figuren en boten 1742 - 1784

aged paper

light pencil work

pen sketch

pencil sketch

old engraving style

sketch book

river

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

pen work

sketchbook drawing

"Rivierlandschap met figuren en boten" is an etching by Dutch artist Hendrik Spilman, dating between 1742 and 1784. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases a serene river landscape with small figures and boats. Spilman captures the tranquility of a Dutch river with meticulous detail, depicting a small town in the background and a single tree on the right side of the composition. This etching exemplifies Spilman's mastery of the medium, showcasing his skill in portraying the nuances of light and shadow.