Skiff at a River Bank
1650
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1650
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image shows a quiet riverbank scene with a small boat resting on the shore. Tall trees with thick branches fill the background, and a church steeple peeks through the foliage. The water is calm, with a few rocks and plants near the edge. The artist used fine lines to create texture, especially in the trees and water. This kind of detailed linework is typical of prints made with metal plates. Look up etching to see how artists like this carved delicate lines into metal to make prints.
