View Near Kampen, plate 4 from Views of Dutch Villages c. 1650

This etching, titled "View Near Kampen," is a plate from Roelant Roghman's series "Views of Dutch Villages." Created around 1650, the piece depicts a serene Dutch landscape with a river winding through the foreground and trees lining the banks. Roghman, renowned for his detailed and realistic portrayal of nature, captures the subtle light and shadows, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. The artwork, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to the artist's skill in etching and his fascination with the beauty of the Dutch countryside.