The Waterfall: pl.6

The Waterfall: pl.6

Melchior Küsel

1660

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This print shows a dark, twisty river rushing over rocks at the bottom. Above it, thick trees with tangled branches crowd the scene, their roots digging into the earth. In the distance, a small building sits half-hidden by the foliage, with a faint path leading toward it. The artist used sharp lines to show water’s movement and the rough bark of trees. The whole scene feels wild and a little eerie, like a forest that’s been left alone for a long time. If you like this style, check out more about etching.

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