Biddende figuren bij een kapel langs een weg c. 1825 - 1829

"Biddende figuren bij een kapel langs een weg" (Praying figures by a chapel along a road) is a c. 1825-1829 drawing by Andreas Schelfhout, a prominent Dutch landscape artist. The drawing, currently held by the Rijksmuseum, showcases Schelfhout's skill in depicting the peaceful countryside and the humble piety of everyday life. The figures, likely pilgrims or travelers, kneel in prayer beside a small chapel nestled amongst the trees along a winding road. The composition emphasizes the serene atmosphere, typical of the Dutch Romanticism movement, with subtle light and shadow creating a sense of depth and tranquility.