Landscape with an Obelisk
1612
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1612
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Landscape with an Obelisk is a 1612 ink by Antoine Jacquard, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This round image shows a detailed scene carved into a dark background. In the center, a landscape unfolds with a tall obelisk, trees, and a small building near water. The edges are packed with swirling patterns and tiny shapes, like leaves and flowers. Light lines create shadows and depth, making everything look three-dimensional. The artist used tiny, repeated lines to build up dark and light areas—this is called cross-hatching. It’s a way to make flat surfaces look like they have texture. Next, look up technique: engraving to see how artists like this one create intricate prints.
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