1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Wolf and the Well is a 1650 ink by Allart van Everdingen, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts a wolf leaning over the edge of a well, with its front paws resting on the stone wall. The wolf is positioned on the right side of the image, while the well dominates the center. In the background, a forest landscape stretches out, featuring trees and foliage. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of quiet contemplation, with the wolf appearing lost in thought as it gazes into the well. The use of etching as a medium adds a sense of texture and depth to the image, with the lines and shading creating a sense of dimensionality. The artist's skillful use of light and shadow also helps to create a sense of mood and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye to the wolf and the well. The National Gallery of Art, Washington, is home to a diverse collection of artworks, including etchings like this one.
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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