Gezicht op een stad met op de voorgrond een hengelaar c. 1700 - 1800

This anonymous watercolor painting, created sometime between 1700 and 1800, depicts a peaceful Dutch cityscape. A lone fisherman stands on the bank of a canal, casting his line toward a distant cityscape. The scene is dominated by a tall church spire rising above the town, with a bridge connecting the foreground to the bustling activity beyond. The small size of the painting, measuring only 92 mm by 93 mm, suggests it was likely a personal study or sketch, offering a glimpse into the daily life of a Dutch town during the 18th century. The artist's careful depiction of the architecture and the relaxed demeanor of the fisherman provides a charming, snapshot of life in a tranquil Dutch town.