The Ruin of the Grote Kerk at Grave c. 1675

Valentijn Klotz's "The Ruin of the Grote Kerk at Grave" (c. 1675) is a detailed depiction of a ruined church and surrounding buildings in Grave, Netherlands. This pen-and-ink drawing with watercolor wash captures the devastation of the town, possibly following a war or natural disaster. Klotz's meticulous rendering of the crumbling walls and broken arches emphasizes the scale of the destruction. The artwork provides a haunting glimpse into the past, highlighting the fragility of human structures and the power of nature.