Huis aan het water c. 1825 - 1829

Andreas Schelfhout, a celebrated Dutch painter known for his landscapes, created this pencil drawing titled "Huis aan het water" (House by the Water) around 1825-1829. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a simple house nestled amongst trees, its facade partially obscured by foliage, with a body of water in the foreground. Schelfhout's meticulous detail and realistic portrayal of light and shadow enhance the tranquility of the scene, conveying the beauty of the Dutch countryside.