Landskab nær Zoeterwoude 1637

"Landskab nær Zoeterwoude" is a pencil drawing on paper by Dutch painter Jan van Goyen, dated 1637. The drawing, currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a tranquil landscape scene with a small stream, trees, and a fence. The delicate lines and subtle shading employed by van Goyen exemplify the Dutch Golden Age's penchant for naturalism and detailed observation. This artwork is a testament to van Goyen's mastery of capturing the essence of the Dutch countryside.