Graanmolen bij een overtoom 1683

"Graanmolen bij een overtoom" is an etching by Caspar van Wittel, a Dutch painter, dating from 1683. This detailed etching showcases a grain mill located at a ford, likely on a river. The viewer can see boats, a waterwheel, and a small building with a sign that reads “Mola da Grano”. The piece reflects van Wittel’s penchant for depicting the details of daily life, especially in relation to the landscape and architecture. This artwork, while depicting a practical aspect of human life, is also aesthetically pleasing, demonstrating van Wittel's mastery of the etching technique.