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Goat on a small Bridge, by Allart van Everdingen, ink, 1650

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Overview

Goat on a small Bridge is a 1650 ink by Allart van Everdingen, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Allart van Everdingen
When & what style?
1650 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching depicts a serene landscape with a small bridge spanning a narrow stream, which flows from the left foreground to the right background. A goat stands on the bridge, while a figure in the distance is engaged in an activity, possibly fishing or washing. The scene is set amidst trees and rocks, with a large boulder in the right foreground. The artist's use of etching creates a sense of texture and depth, adding to the overall atmosphere of the piece. The contrast between the light and dark areas of the etching adds to the sense of volume and dimensionality. If you're interested in learning more about the Baroque movement, you can explore the works of other artists from this period.

About the artist

Portrait of Allart van Everdingen
Artist

Allart van Everdingen

Allaert van Everdingen (Dutch pronunciation: ; bapt. 18 June 1621 – 8 November 1675 (buried)), was a Dutch Golden Age painter and printmaker in etching and mezzotint.

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