Veerboot te Elshout 1860 - 1921

This pencil drawing, "Veerboot te Elshout" by Adolf le Comte, captures a simple yet evocative scene. The artist's focus on the wooden ferryboat, resting on the water's surface, highlights the details of its construction and the gentle ripples around it. The distant shoreline, with a small sailboat in the background, creates a sense of peaceful stillness. Le Comte's work often focused on landscapes and everyday scenes, using a simple but expressive style, showcasing his keen observation of the Dutch countryside. The drawing, created between 1860 and 1921, showcases Le Comte's mastery of capturing the quiet beauty of everyday life.