Boerderij bij een stad 1620

"Boerderij bij een stad" (Farm near a City) is an etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher, created in 1620. This small-scale print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a rural scene with a farmhouse in the foreground and a city in the background. The artist skillfully captures the details of the architecture and the landscape, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. The composition is centered on the figures of two people walking away from the viewer, adding a narrative element to the work. The etching exemplifies Visscher's mastery of the medium, showcasing his talent for capturing the nuances of light and shadow and creating a sense of realism.