Ruiters bij drinkplaats 1778 - 1838

"Ruiters bij drinkplaats" (Riders at a Watering Place), an etching by Dutch artist Anthonie van den Bos, captures a moment of tranquility. The image depicts three figures on horseback, with a fourth figure standing on the ground. Two dogs are depicted, one drinking from a trough in the foreground. The scene is set against a backdrop of rugged cliffs and a distant landscape. The composition of the etching creates a sense of depth and perspective. Van den Bos was known for his landscapes, and his detailed rendering of the figures and their surroundings reveals his masterful hand. This print, which is housed in the Rijksmuseum, is an example of Van den Bos's talent for depicting the natural world with realism and sensitivity.