1650
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
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 etching depicts a serene landscape with a log house nestled beside a river. The house, constructed from logs, features a sloping roof and a small porch. In the foreground, a tree with sprawling branches dominates the left side of the image, while a smaller tree stands on the right. The river flows gently in the background, flanked by additional trees and a small structure on the opposite bank. The etching showcases the artist's skill in capturing the intricate details of the natural world. The texture of the tree bark, the flow of the river, and the rustic charm of the log house are all rendered with precision and care. For more works in this style, explore the Baroque movement.
This Dutch artist made small, sharp engravings and etchings—mostly portraits and sea battles—printed from metal plates.
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