The Mill — Johan Hendrik Weissenbruch

Johan Hendrik Weissenbruch. Painted 1870 - 1903.

Environmental concerns arose in the second half of the 19th century. As people witnessed the increasing exploitation of natural resources, there was also a growing perception that nature could be fragile and that the wilderness should be preserved. In paintings from this era, nature is no longer more powerful than humans. Instead, it actually appears smaller and less impressive. The human presence is more visible.

From the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.

oil paint (paint), panel · Original size: 30.6 × 41 cm · Gift of Mr and Mrs Drucker-Fraser, Montreux

Print: 30.6 × 41 cm, printed on Hahnemühle FineArt archival cotton paper. Museum-grade reproduction quality, true to the colours and detail of the original work.

Frame (optional): a custom-made wooden frame in a matte black finish, cut to the exact dimensions of this print, with an off-white passe-partout mat and protective glazing. Ready to hang.

Source: https://id.rijksmuseum.nl/20027556. Image released under CC0 by the Rijksmuseum.