View of the River Rhine
1638
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paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Jan van Aken
Jan van Aken (1614–1661) was a Dutch artist, born in Kampen.
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
View of the River Rhine is a 1638 ink by Jan van Aken, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a winding river cutting through rocky hills. Trees cling to the slopes, and a few small buildings sit near the water. People and animals move along a path, while a lone figure stands on a cliff edge, looking out. The artist used fine lines to show light and shadow, making the hills look rough and the sky soft. This style was common in the 1600s. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
Jan van Aken (1614–1661) was a Dutch artist, born in Kampen.
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