Gezicht op de molen Rijn en Lek te Wijk bij Duurstede Possibly 1906 - 1909

This quick sketch of a windmill by Willem Witsen, a renowned Dutch painter and draughtsman, is housed in the Rijksmuseum. Executed in charcoal on paper, the artwork, dated between 1906 and 1909, captures the essence of the windmill in a simplified yet powerful way. Witsen's artistic approach, often characterized by Impressionist and Naturalistic elements, highlights the subject's form through bold lines and contrasting shades, creating a sense of immediacy and dynamic energy. The sketch, likely a study for a larger work, showcases Witsen's keen observation and his ability to convey the beauty of everyday life through his art.