The Mare and the Wolf
1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Mare and the Wolf is a 1650 ink by Allart van Everdingen, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a wild scene with a mare and foal standing in a grassy field. Behind them, a wolf crouches near a group of trees, watching closely. In the distance, there’s a small village with a church spire and a few buildings. The artist used fine lines to show the animals’ fur and the texture of the grass. The wolf’s body is tense, while the mare looks calm despite its presence. Next, check out the technique: etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
