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Strasbourg: The Toll House, by Wenceslaus Hollar, ink, 1635

Strasbourg: The Toll House

Wenceslaus Hollar

1635

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Strasbourg: The Toll House is a 1635 ink by Wenceslaus Hollar, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Wenceslaus Hollar
When & what style?
1635 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching depicts a serene landscape with a body of water in the foreground, featuring a small boat and a distant shore lined with trees. The scene is set against a cloudy sky, with the sun peeking through the clouds on the right side of the image. In the foreground, a small structure, possibly a toll house, is visible on the right side of the image. The etching showcases the artist's skill in capturing the play of light and shadow on the water's surface. The intricate details and textures in this etching invite the viewer to explore the world of Wenceslaus Hollar.

About the artist

Portrait of Wenceslaus Hollar
Artist

Wenceslaus Hollar

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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