| Artist | |
|---|---|
| Culture | Netherlandish |
| Date | mid-1650s |
| Object type | drawing |
| Medium, technique | black chalk, grey wash on paper |
| Dimensions | 203 × 300 mm |
| Inventory number | 1605 |
| Collection | Prints and Drawings |
| On view | This artwork is not on display |
In the 1650s Jacob van Ruisdael travelled around the Dutch-German border region, and also visited Alkmaar. This black chalk drawing is a souvenir of his journey. The artist has depicted the wooden bridge and the tower of the customs office from below in order to achieve a monumental effect. The steep roofs of the houses on the left and the sailing boats with their vertical and inclined masts remain subordinate in the background.
This record is subject to revision due to ongoing research.
