Mountainous Landscape with the Parable of the Sower
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1572
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white print shows a quiet village nestled in rolling hills. A winding river cuts through the scene, with a lone figure walking near the water. Trees dot the landscape, and houses cluster on the hillside, while a small bridge arches over the river in the distance. The artist used fine lines to create depth, making the hills and trees look almost three-dimensional. The tiny details—like the folds in the person’s robe—show careful work. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this made prints from metal plates.
