View of a River
1655
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This black-and-white image shows a quiet riverside scene. On the left, a group of people sits near tents on a small island. A lone figure stands on a rocky outcrop to the right, holding a long pole. In the background, hills rise steeply, with a few scattered houses and trees clinging to the slopes. The painting’s monochrome look makes the light and shadow play stand out. The artist used simple shapes and clear lines to show depth. Look up *chiaroscuro* next to see how light and dark create drama in art.
