Bospad in Kleef c. 1839 - 1872

amateur sketch

toned paper

light pencil work

pencil sketch

incomplete sketchy

personal sketchbook

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

"Bospad in Kleef" is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist Johannes Tavenraat, dating from c. 1839 - 1872. It depicts a path through a woodland setting, a popular subject in Tavenraat's oeuvre. The sketch is a study in light and shadow, showcasing the artist's meticulous attention to detail. It is now held at the Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into the artist's working process and the serene beauty of the Dutch landscape.