Gerrit Grasdorp

Gerrit Grasdorp was an artist active across the 17th century, with his documented working period spanning 1600 to 1661. His oeuvre, known primarily through works held in major collections, consists of drawings, often depicting topographical views and genre scenes of Dutch life.

Seven documented drawings by Grasdorp are currently represented in museum collections, confirming his focus on landscape and localized scenery, particularly around the city of Zwolle. Notable works include multiple versions of the drawing Gezicht op Zwolle and the thematic winter scene IJsvermaak. Further examples of his skill in capturing the seasonal Dutch landscape include the related compositions titled Wintergezicht op het Zwarte Water bij Zwolle.

The majority of known works by Grasdorp are housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. Due to their documentation in prominent institutions, these drawings are frequently studied. Today, artwork attributed to Gerrit Grasdorp is often found in the public domain, allowing for the distribution of high-quality prints and downloadable artwork derived from these well-preserved originals.