Man on a Small Wooden Bridge
1650
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This etching shows a man on a small wooden bridge, set against a dramatic landscape. The scene is rendered in dark tones, with the bridge and surrounding trees and rocks standing out against a lighter background. In the foreground, the man is shown in profile, looking out at the viewer. The artist's use of etching creates a sense of texture and depth, drawing the viewer into the scene. For more on this style of landscape art, explore the Baroque movement.
