Landschap met een huis en boom c. 1876 - 1879

This delicate pencil sketch, "Landschap met een huis en boom," (Landscape with a house and tree) by Anton Mauve, captures the essence of a rural Dutch scene. The artist's light strokes and muted tones create a sense of tranquility and atmospheric depth, showcasing Mauve's mastery of the Barbizon style. The work, dated to around 1876-1879, is a testament to the artist's signature themes of nature and simple life, and now resides in the Rijksmuseum.