Gezicht op Schoonhoven 1653 - 1693

"Gezicht op Schoonhoven" is a pen drawing by Johannes Leupenius, completed between 1653 and 1693, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. Leupenius, a Dutch artist known for his landscapes and cityscapes, captures a serene view of the town of Schoonhoven from across a river. The detailed depiction of the town’s skyline, with its prominent church tower, along with the boats and the delicate foliage in the foreground, demonstrates Leupenius' skill in depicting the natural world with precision and artistic finesse. This artwork, considered a key piece of Dutch Golden Age art, showcases the period's interest in capturing the beauty of everyday life and the landscape.