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Landscape with Wagon, by Sébastien Bourdon, ink, 1644

Landscape with Wagon

Sébastien Bourdon

1644

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Landscape with Wagon is a 1644 ink by Sébastien Bourdon, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Sébastien Bourdon
When & what style?
1644 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving depicts a serene landscape with a horse-drawn wagon at its center. The wagon, positioned on a dirt path, is being pulled by two horses. In the background, a castle or large building sits atop a hill, surrounded by trees and bushes. The sky above is cloudy. A closer look reveals the intricate details of the engraving, including the texture of the trees and the folds of the wagon's canvas cover. The artist's use of cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the scene. The engraving's attention to detail and sense of tranquility make it a compelling work. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Sébastien Bourdon
Artist

Sébastien Bourdon

Sébastien Bourdon (French pronunciation: ; 2 February 1616 – 8 May 1671) was a French painter and engraver. His chef d'œuvre is The Crucifixion of St. Peter made for the cathedral of Notre Dame.

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