German or Dutch draughtsman (active in the 18th century) Country scene with ruin Charming, romantic landscape with overgrown ruins on a winding, wide river, on the banks of which are picturesque country houses, a village and a castle complex. The surrounding area is densely overgrown with bushes and trees and is bustling with hikers, farmers and fishermen. Subtly depicted, extremely detailed composition with clear associations to the works of Jacob Philipp Hackert, Ferdinand von Kobell and Jacob Cats. Washed pen and ink drawing/paper. 26.8 cm x 41.8 cm (visible dimensions). Frame. Provenance: Dissolution of an important German private collection - Part II. German or Dutch draftsman active 18th century. Washed ink on paper.