Artwork
Landscape with a Stream and an Ancient Tree

Landscape with a Stream and an Ancient Tree is an ink print by the Baroque artist Adriaen Hendricks Verboom. It dates from 1664 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:by later hand, lower verso in graphite: Verboom, Adriaen Verboom The Pond D 21/ B00872
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Overview
Subject & Meaning
The composition centers on a large, twisted ancient tree with sprawling branches, set beside a stream. A body of water in the background reflects a light, cloud-dotted sky, evoking a sense of tranquility.
Technique & Style
Executed in a style akin to the Baroque, the print features intricate details and textures, achieving depth and realism. The artist leverages a nuanced color palette to craft atmosphere, contrasting cool water and foliage hues with warm earth and sky tones.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1664, specific provenance details are not provided in the available information.
Context
The work reflects the Baroque period's emphasis on detailed, realistic representations of nature, common in 17th-century Dutch landscape art.
Legacy
While specific legacy details are not provided, the piece contributes to the broader tradition of Dutch Baroque landscape prints, characterized by meticulous technique and evocative natural scenes.
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