River with Town
1775
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Jacobus Buys
Jacobus Buys (1726–1798) was an artist, born in Weesp.
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
River with Town is a 1775 ink by Jacobus Buys, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a quiet river scene with three sailboats and a small rowboat. The water is calm, and the town in the background has simple buildings with spires. The sky is dramatic, with swirling clouds and a hint of light breaking through. The artist used a technique that creates fine lines and shading, giving the scene a soft, almost dreamy look. This was a common way to make detailed prints back then. Next, look up etching to see how artists create these delicate prints.
Jacobus Buys (1726–1798) was an artist, born in Weesp.
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