Molen langs een rivier c. 1745 - 1785

"Molen langs een rivier" is a black and white etching by the Dutch artist Anthonij van der Haer (1730-1785) depicting a windmill by a river. This artwork depicts a common subject in 18th-century Dutch art, highlighting the importance of mills in the rural landscape. The detailed depiction of the windmill and the surrounding buildings, as well as the peaceful river scene, evoke a sense of tranquility and the simple life. The etching is a small work, measuring only 172 mm in height and 215 mm in width, which suggests it was intended for personal viewing.