1650
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Landscape with Log House near a River is a 1650 ink by Dutch 17th Century, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows a quiet riverbank with a small, crooked log cabin in the center. Tall trees lean over the water, their branches tangled and detailed. A person stands near the cabin, holding something long—maybe a pole or a tool. The ground is uneven, with rocks and plants scattered around. The artist used shading to show light hitting the trees and water, making the scene feel real. The lines are sharp in some spots, soft in others, which gives it texture. Next, look up etching to see how this technique works.
This Dutch artist made small, sharp engravings and etchings—mostly portraits and sea battles—printed from metal plates.
See the richer artist page
