Riviergezicht met een molen en schepen c. 1825 - 1875

"Riviergezicht met een molen en schepen" (River View with a Mill and Ships) is a drawing by Dutch artist Petrus Johannes Schotel, dating from approximately 1825 to 1875. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a Dutch river scene with a windmill, a sailing ship, and smaller boats. Schotel, known for his romantic landscapes and seascapes, captures a tranquil and serene atmosphere using subtle tones of grey and white, emphasizing the reflective quality of water. The composition, with its focus on the receding perspective of the river, creates a sense of depth and distance.