Landscape
1620
oil
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
1620
oil
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
This painting shows a landscape with a river winding through it. Trees and bushes line the riverbanks, and a few buildings are visible in the background. In the foreground, a large tree with bare branches dominates the left side of the painting. The sky above is cloudy and gray, casting a somber mood over the scene. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the painting. To learn more about the artist's techniques, look up David Vinckboons.
