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The Rock Bathed by the River, by Jan Hackaert, 1666

The Rock Bathed by the River

Jan Hackaert

1666

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Rock Bathed by the River is a 1666 by Jan Hackaert, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Jan Hackaert
When & what style?
1666
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with a large rock in the foreground, partially submerged in a river. The rock is covered with lush greenery, and the surrounding trees and bushes are depicted in various shades of green. In the background, there's a gentle hill with more trees and bushes. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer's eye to the rock and the river. The overall mood of the painting is peaceful and calming. If you're interested in exploring more landscapes like this, you might want to check out the works of artist Jan Hackaert.

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