Plaustrum Belgicum (The Belgian Wagon)
1556
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1556
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Plaustrum Belgicum (The Belgian Wagon) is a 1556 ink by Lucas van Doetechum, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts a landscape with a large tree in the foreground and a village in the distance. The scene is set against a backdrop of rolling hills and mountains, with a few buildings and trees scattered throughout. In the foreground, a man is shown pushing a cart, while another man sits on a rock, looking out at the viewer. The etching is rendered in fine detail, with intricate lines and textures that give the image a sense of depth and dimensionality. The use of shading and contrast adds to the overall effect, creating a sense of atmosphere and mood. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Renaissance movement.
Lucas van Doetechum (1501–1579) was an artist, born in Deventer.
See the richer artist page