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Three Cottages, by Allart van Everdingen, ink, 1650

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Overview

Three Cottages is a 1650 ink by Allart van Everdingen, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Allart van Everdingen
When & what style?
1650 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows three small cottages in a rural setting. The cottages are made of wood and have sloping roofs. In the foreground, two men are walking towards the cottages, carrying tools and wearing hats. The background is a dense forest with tall trees and bushes. The painting is done in a detailed and realistic style, with attention to texture and light. The overall mood is peaceful and serene. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Allart van Everdingen
Artist

Allart van Everdingen

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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