Landscape
1635
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1635
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a quiet village by a river. A lone figure walks a dog along the bank, while houses and a church sit on a gentle hill. Trees line the scene, and the sky looks stormy. The artist used fine lines to create light and shadow, making the scene feel alive. This style was common in etchings of the time. Look up etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
