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Village Street, by Lucas van Doetechum, ink, 1676

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Overview

Village Street is a 1676 ink by Lucas van Doetechum, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Lucas van Doetechum
When & what style?
1676 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching shows a quiet village street with simple houses and thatched roofs. People are working near a shallow stream—some carry logs, others sit by the water. Trees line the road, and a church steeple rises in the background. The artist used fine lines to show light and shadow, making the scene feel alive. This kind of detailed etching was a big deal in its time. Next, check out the technique: etching to see how artists like this made their marks.

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