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From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
This painting shows a rocky hillside under a stormy sky. The clouds are thick and dark, almost covering the sun. In the foreground, a few small figures sit or walk near the rocks, while a distant house sits in the flat, green valley below. The artist used soft, muted colors for the rocks and sky, making the scene feel quiet despite the weather. The figures are tiny compared to the giant boulders, which look rough and uneven. Look up Hondecoeter, Gillis D' next to see more of his work.