Emmerik aan de Rijn Possibly 1731 - 1737

"Emmerik aan de Rijn" is a pencil drawing on paper created by Dutch artist Abraham de (II) Haen between 1731 and 1737. This delicate sketch, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases a distant view of the city of Emmerich am Rhein, Germany, as seen from across the Rhine River. The artist's subtle lines capture the city's skyline, with its buildings and towers appearing almost ethereal against the open sky. The drawing's simplicity and focus on capturing a specific place and moment in time are characteristic of De Haen's style, highlighting his skill in creating evocative landscapes.