Wooded Landscape with a River
1660
unspecified
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1660
unspecified
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This painting shows a quiet river winding through a landscape. Tall trees line the water’s edge, their branches thick and dark against a soft, cloudy sky. In the distance, rolling hills fade into mist, and two small figures walk along a dirt path near the water. The artist used gentle shading to make the trees and hills look three-dimensional. The light feels warm, like late afternoon, while the river stays cool and calm. If you like this style, look up Baroque next.
