Pier aan water 1832 - 1880

"Pier aan water" is a black and white etching by Dutch artist Willem Gruyter Jr. created between 1832 and 1880, shortly before his death in 1880. This small work, measuring only 97 mm in height and 147 mm in width, depicts a pier with three figures on it, a boat in the water, and a sailing vessel in the distance. The etching showcases the detailed style and craftsmanship of Dutch Romantic Realism, particularly in the depiction of the water and the figures. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, a renowned repository of Dutch art and history.