Hooischelf 1929

"Hooischelf" (1929) is an etching by Dutch artist Jo Bezaan (1894–1952), currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts a rural scene with a thatched roof house partially obscured by a large tree, seen from the perspective of a path leading towards the structure. The composition emphasizes the house's rustic charm, with the thatched roof and wooden fence adding texture and depth. Bezaan's use of cross-hatching and tonal contrasts creates a sense of atmosphere, highlighting the simplicity and serenity of the rural landscape.