Huis met een puntdak 1892

This pencil drawing, "Huis met een puntdak" (House with a pointed roof) by Willem Cornelis Rip, is a quick sketch of a rural scene. Dated 1892, the work is part of Rip's ongoing study of Dutch landscapes and architecture, capturing the simplicity and charm of everyday life. The quick, gestural lines and subtle shading of the drawing, despite its small dimensions (95 mm x 154 mm), evoke the impression of a house nestled amongst trees, suggesting a sense of peace and quietude. The artist’s preference for loose and gestural lines, as seen in this sketch, is characteristic of Rip's early work.