Landscape with the Rising Sun and a Rider with Attendant
1772
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1772
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This print shows a rocky hillside with a lone tree standing tall near the center. Below, a rider on horseback leads another horse, both moving along a narrow path. The sky above is filled with fluffy clouds, and the sun is just peeking over the horizon. The lines are rough and textured, giving the scene a slightly uneven look. The artist used shading to create depth in the landscape, making the rocks and trees look solid. This style was common in etchings, where ink is scratched into a metal plate. Look up technique: etching to see how this print was made.
