Landschap met brug en waterval 1782 - 1837

"Landschap met brug en waterval" (Landscape with Bridge and Waterfall) is a delicate pencil sketch by Pieter Bartholomeusz Barbiers, dating back to the early 19th century. This circular drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures a serene scene with a prominent waterfall, a bridge, and lush foliage, all rendered in precise detail. The artist's meticulous lines and the overall composition demonstrate a skilled hand and a keen eye for capturing the beauty of nature. This intimate study exemplifies the Dutch Romantic landscape tradition, where the natural world is depicted with sensitivity and poetic realism.