Waterfall
1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Waterfall is a 1650 ink by Allart van Everdingen, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows a dark, intricate scene of a waterfall surrounded by trees and rocky terrain. The water flows in thick, swirling lines, creating a sense of movement. Buildings peek out from behind the foliage, adding a touch of human presence to the wild landscape. The artist used fine, detailed lines to create depth and texture, especially in the trees and water. This kind of printmaking technique is called *etching*—where acid eats into a metal plate to make the lines. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this made prints before photography.
