Städtchen am Fluß, rechts ein Heuwagen 1763

Gerard van Rossum's 1763 "Städtchen am Fluß, rechts ein Heuwagen" is a picturesque depiction of a Dutch town. The print, now at the Städel Museum, captures the charming simplicity of a small community, with a church steeple dominating the landscape and a hay wagon on a path by a river. The artist masterfully uses line and shading to convey the peaceful ambiance of the scene, highlighting the idyllic nature of rural life in 18th-century Netherlands. The scene is a testament to the enduring appeal of rural life and the beauty of everyday moments.