1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Satyr Family Seated under a Tree is a 1650 ink by Dutch 17th Century, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a group of satyrs sitting under a tree. They're gathered around a woman, who's holding a baby. The satyrs are all looking at the baby, and one of them is touching its hand. In the background, there are trees and hills. The satyrs are depicted in a natural, relaxed way. They're not posed or formal, which gives the scene a sense of intimacy. The woman and the baby are the focus of the image, and the satyrs are gathered around them like a family. The etching is a beautiful example of Baroque art. To learn more about this style, look up 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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