1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Carpenter is a 1650 ink by Allart van Everdingen, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts a landscape with a small wooden house and a large rock formation. In the foreground, a man is shown from behind, wearing a hat and a long coat, as he works on a piece of wood. The scene is set in a wooded area, with trees and foliage surrounding the house and rock. The image features a range of textures, from the roughness of the rock to the smoothness of the wood. The use of light and shadow adds depth to the scene, with the sun casting a warm glow over the entire image. The level of detail in the etching is impressive, with intricate lines and shading used to create a sense of realism. For more works in this style, explore the Baroque movement.
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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