Gezicht op een boerderij met hooischuur 18th century

This 18th-century pen-and-ink drawing by Johan Johansz. Balen depicts a rural landscape with a farmhouse and a hay barn. The artist uses delicate lines to capture the details of the thatched roof, the wooden walls, and the surrounding trees and fields. The composition is simple and uncluttered, emphasizing the peaceful and tranquil nature of the scene. Balen's drawing offers a glimpse into the daily life of rural Dutch society during the 18th century.