Landschap met moeder en kind met hond wadend door een poel 1752 - 1819

Jurriaan Andriessen rendered this landscape with mother, child, and dog in a pool using pen and gray ink, creating a scene that feels both serene and subtly dynamic. The composition is structured by a network of branching trees, their forms carefully delineated to create a sense of depth and enclosure. Andriessen's use of line is particularly striking. It varies in thickness and density to suggest form and texture—from the delicate foliage to the more solid structures in the background. The figures wading through the water act as a focal point, grounding the viewer amidst the complexity of the natural surroundings. Note how the artist captures the reflections in the water, adding a layer of realism that is both visually appealing and structurally important. The subdued palette enhances the drawing's contemplative mood, inviting us to consider the relationship between humanity and nature. This artwork is a testament to the power of formal elements in conveying depth and meaning, and it remains a subject of ongoing aesthetic interest.