Boerderij aan een rivier 1768

"Boerderij aan een rivier" (Farm by a River) is a 1768 etching by Hendrik Kobell, a Dutch artist known for his landscapes and genre scenes. This small-scale work, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a charming rural scene with a quaint farmhouse, lush greenery, and a river leading to a distant harbor. The etching style adds a delicate layer to the representation of the Dutch countryside. Kobell's talent for capturing the everyday life of ordinary people is showcased in this piece, which invites viewers to contemplate the peaceful serenity of rural life.