The artist is recognised for his ability to merge everyday rural observations with historical narratives. In works such as Paul and Barnabas in Lystra, he places figures within expansive outdoor scenes. His depictions of livestock, seen in Cows and Cowherd, demonstrate a directness that avoids unnecessary ornamentation. Bleker often utilised a muted palette to depict the atmosphere of the Dutch countryside, focusing on the interplay of light and earth.

Modern collectors value these prints for their honest representation of seventeenth-century life. The compositions offer a window into a world where biblical stories and farming routines occupied the same physical space. His etchings and paintings provide a sense of historical continuity without relying on dramatic exaggeration. These works suit interiors that favour authentic, traditional aesthetics over modern abstraction.