The canvas captures the serene and frost-kissed beauty of a winter scene in Achterberg near Rhenen, the Netherlands. The landscape is enshrouded in a soft blanket of snow, lending an ethereal quality to the surroundings. A vast expanse of white dominates the foreground, delicately illuminated by the diffused light of the winter sun.

In the center of the painting stands a traditional Dutch farmhouse, its thatched roof adorned with a delicate layer of snow, adding to the picturesque charm of the scene.Next to the the farmhouse, a substantial haystack, partially covered in powdery snow, serves as a reminder of the bountiful harvests of the previous seasons.

A meandering waterway, its surface frozen and glistening under the wintry light, flows beneath the farmhouse, contributing a sense of movement to the otherwise tranquil tableau. The stillness of the icy stream is juxtaposed with the lively presence of a farmer, who can be seen navigating a cart through the snow. The farmer's figure, bundled up in heavy winter attire, exudes a palpable sense of purpose and resilience in the face of the harsh winter elements.

Signed D. Schulman l.r. and titled on the reverse

Oil on canvas 

Image size 88 x 124 cm

Framed 108 x 144 cm

Exhibited: This painting is currently at the Stadsmuseum Rhenen

Biography David Schulman

Schulman (Hilversum 1881 - 1966 Laren) lived and worked in Laren and occasionally in Amsterdam. Formed himself and painted landscapes (especially winters), village views and harbor views around the Zuiderzee in an impressionistic style. Received the Willink van Collen Prize in 1909 and medals at the int. exhibitions in Santiago (1910), San Francisco (1915), Amsterdam (1930) and Rotterdam (1936). In 1939 Queen Wilhelmina awarded the gold medal to David Schulman. Work by Schulman can be found in the National Collection and in the Goois Museum, among others. In this painting the corner of the Brouwersgracht with the Prinsengracht is painted beautiful.

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