1644
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
View of Lewenberg is a 1644 ink by Wenceslaus Hollar, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows a quiet riverside scene with three tiny hills labeled *Lewenberg*, *Drachenfels*, and *Godesberg*. A small boat floats near the center, while two men stand on the shore—one holding a pole, the other a bundle. Trees and a few buildings line the bank, and the sky is filled with wispy clouds. The artist used fine lines to create depth, especially in the water and hills. The labels suggest this is a map-like view of a real place. Next, check out how this was made with the technique: etching.
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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