Brugje over een beek 1825 - 1882

"Brugje over een beek" (Little Bridge over a Stream) is a detailed etching by Dutch artist Jacobus Ludovicus Cornet, created between 1825 and 1882. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a simple wooden bridge spanning a small stream, likely a Dutch canal. The composition is dominated by the rustic bridge, which is rendered with great precision, showcasing the intricate details of its wooden planks and supports. Cornet's attention to detail extends to the surrounding environment, including the reeds and grasses that border the stream, the cloudy sky overhead, and the two goats and a lamb resting peacefully on the grassy bank. This etching exemplifies Cornet's mastery of the medium, his ability to capture the essence of rural life in the Netherlands with striking realism.