Riviergezicht bij nacht 1766

"Riviergezicht bij nacht" (River View at Night), a 1766 etching by Caspar Jacobsz. Philips, depicts a nighttime scene of a river with two sailing ships passing a fortified structure. The etching is notable for its use of shadow and light, creating a dramatic contrast between the dark silhouettes of the buildings and ships and the bright moonlit sky. This artwork, housed at the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of Philips's talent for capturing the atmosphere of a scene, particularly the tranquil beauty of a moonlit night.