IJsgang in Mülheim aan de Rijn, 1784 1784 - 1785

This etching, created by Dutch artist Mathias de Sallieth in the 18th century, depicts the city of Mülheim an der Rijn from the sea. A view of the city’s skyline with its prominent church spires is seen in the distance, framed by a turbulent sea and a dramatic, cloudy sky. This realistic depiction, likely based on a direct observation of the city, showcases de Sallieth’s skill in rendering both architectural details and the dynamic movement of water. "IJsgang in Mülheim aan de Rijn, 1784," now part of the Rijksmuseum’s collection, offers a glimpse into 18th-century Dutch landscape art and its focus on capturing both natural and urban landscapes.