Kasteel Rhijnauwen 1701 - 1759

Cornelis Pronk's "Kasteel Rhijnauwen" depicts the Rhijnauwen Castle in the Netherlands, a prominent example of Dutch landscape drawing. Completed between 1701 and 1759, the piece showcases the castle's grand architecture, surrounded by a moat and lush greenery. The artist’s detailed depiction of the castle and its surroundings, along with the use of light and shadow, evokes a sense of tranquility and charm. This drawing, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, demonstrates Pronk's mastery of the genre, highlighting the beauty of Dutch landscapes during the Golden Age.