Sportsman near a Large Tree
1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Sportsman near a Large Tree is a 1650 ink by Allart van Everdingen, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows a lone hunter crouched near a big tree, aiming a rifle. The forest around him is packed with detailed branches and rocks, drawn in sharp lines. Light fades in the background, leaving the scene shadowy except for the hunter’s focused figure. The artist used a technique called *etching*, where acid bites into a metal plate to create the lines. This method lets for fine details, like the texture of the leaves and fur. Next, check out the technique: etching to see how it works.
