1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Horseman on a Stone Bridge is a 1650 ink by Allart van Everdingen, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts a serene landscape with a horseman on a stone bridge, surrounded by lush foliage and a meandering stream. The horseman, dressed in simple attire, rides his horse across the bridge, while a figure tends to goats on the left side of the image. In the background, a house with a chimney stands amidst the trees, adding depth to the scene. The overall atmosphere is one of tranquility, with the gentle flow of the stream and the peaceful surroundings creating a sense of calm. If you're interested in exploring more works by artists who specialize in landscape etchings, you might want to check out the Baroque movement.
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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