1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Rock in the Middle of a River is a 1650 ink by Allart van Everdingen, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This landscape etching features a large rock in the middle of a river, surrounded by trees and foliage on the left bank. In the foreground, a small boat with three figures is visible, while two men stand on the riverbank. The scene is set against a backdrop of a cloudy sky. The etching showcases the artist's skill in capturing the play of light and shadow on the water and the surrounding landscape. The use of drypoint and engraving techniques adds texture and depth to the image. If you're interested in learning more about the Baroque movement, which influenced this piece, you can explore further.
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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