Cottages under a Stormy Sky

The artwork Cottages under a Stormy Sky is a drawing created by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn between 1630 and 1640. It is currently in the collection of the Albertina.

The drawing depicts a cluster of cottages nestled beneath a brooding, stormy sky. The cottages, with their thatched roofs and sturdy construction, dominate the foreground. A sense of movement is created by the windswept trees and the billowing clouds above. The play of light and shadow adds depth and drama to the scene. In the foreground, a figure walks along a path, suggesting a rural setting. The overall impression is one of both the beauty and harshness of nature.