Stadtansicht am Fluss, vorne ein Wagen und Pferde 

Abraham Rademaker created this view of a city on a river with pen and grey ink and grey wash. The composition is anchored by horizontal bands of land, water, and sky, each rendered with subtle gradations of grey. Rademaker’s technique in this landscape demonstrates an interest in tonal values to create atmospheric perspective. Notice how the buildings and boats closer to us are delineated with darker, more precise lines, while those in the distance fade into a soft, ethereal haze. This effect blurs distinctions and invites a contemplation on the sublime. It’s a visual strategy that aligns with the philosophical inquiries of the period. Consider how this drawing, with its muted palette and emphasis on light and shadow, reflects the period's broader aesthetic concerns and philosophical interests in perception and the natural world. It remains a testament to the enduring power of art.