Mill below a Waterfall
1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white print shows a quiet scene of a small mill nestled by a waterfall. Trees with twisting branches frame the image, and the water rushes over rocks below. The mill looks simple, with a tiny bridge nearby and a few people or animals moving around. The artist used lines to create depth, making the water and trees look textured. This kind of print was made using a technique where ink is pressed into a metal plate. Look up etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
