Landschap met een burcht op een rots 1564

Paul Bril's "Landschap met een burcht op een rots" (Landscape with a Castle on a Rock) is a 1564 pen and wash drawing depicting a picturesque scene. The drawing features a castle perched atop a rocky cliff, with a single boat moored in the water below. The castle is detailed, showcasing its architectural elements. Bril masterfully utilizes washes to create depth and light, with the pale blue sky highlighting the rocky structure. The composition is further emphasized by the foreground trees, their branches casting shadows across the scene. This drawing reflects Bril's skill in capturing the natural world, solidifying his position as a prominent landscape painter of the Dutch Golden Age.