Le rocher couvert de buissons
1646
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1646
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Le rocher couvert de buissons is a 1646 by Herman Naiwinx, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This print shows a rocky shore covered in tangled bushes, with a lone tree on the right. The water below is choppy, and the sky above is swirled with quick, sketchy lines. Everything is in black and white, with thick, textured strokes that make the scene feel rough and alive. The artist used lots of shading to give the rocks and plants depth, almost like they’re popping out. The way the lines overlap makes the bushes look dense and wild. If you like this style, check out the Baroque movement next.
