1645
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Albury is a 1645 ink by Wenceslaus Hollar, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts a serene landscape with a hill on the left, featuring trees and a building. In the foreground, a grassy area stretches out, with a body of water visible on the right. The sky above is filled with clouds. A notable detail in this etching is the use of lines to create texture and depth, particularly in the trees and grass. The artist's skillful use of etching techniques adds to the overall sense of tranquility in the scene. If you're interested in exploring more works like this, you might want to look into the artist Hollar, Wenceslaus.
Wenceslaus Hollar (Czech: Václav Hollar (Czech pronunciation: ), German: Wenzel Hollar; 23 July 1607 – 25 March 1677) was a Czech engraver, etcher and painter.
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