Germaanse woning op een terp, uit de Romeinse tijd 1865 - 1870

"Germaanse woning op een terp, uit de Romeinse tijd" (German dwelling on a mound from Roman times) is an 1865-1870 lithograph by Christiaan Lodewijk van Kesteren, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts a rural scene of a dwelling nestled on a mound, offering a glimpse into the daily life of Germanic people during the Roman period. The landscape is rendered in detail, highlighting the architectural features of the dwelling, its surrounding terrain, and the presence of figures in the foreground, adding a sense of scale and historical context. Kesteren's skillful use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and realism, immersing the viewer in this evocative portrayal of early Germanic life.