De St.-Janskapel te Deest Possibly 1770 - 1778

"De St.-Janskapel te Deest", a delicate drawing by Dutch artist Jacobus Versteegen, depicts a rural scene. The artwork, likely created between 1770 and 1778, showcases the chapel in Deest, Netherlands, nestled amongst lush trees and framed by a simple fence. The precise lines and subtle shading highlight Versteegen's skill in rendering the details of the chapel's architecture and the surrounding landscape. This small-scale work, measuring just 123 mm in height and 188 mm in width, exemplifies the artist's mastery of landscape drawing. The piece is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, providing viewers with a glimpse into 18th-century Dutch rural life.