Bossen bij Marienbad 1858

Johannes Tavenraat’s “Bossen bij Marienbad” is a pencil drawing depicting a landscape scene of a forest. The drawing showcases Tavenraat’s skill in capturing the subtle details of the forest, from the individual trees to the overall shape of the hills. The light and airy style of the drawing is characteristic of the artist's work and suggests a peaceful and serene atmosphere. This drawing, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, reflects Tavenraat’s interest in landscape scenes, which were popular in Dutch art during the 19th century.