The Waterfalls at Tivoli
1673
oil
canvas
From the collection of Mauritshuis
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Karel Dujardin
Karel Dujardin (September 27, 1626 – November 20, 1678) was a Dutch Golden Age painter.
See the richer artist page1673
oil
canvas
From the collection of Mauritshuis
The Waterfalls at Tivoli is a 1673 oil by Karel Dujardin, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at Mauritshuis.
This painting shows a landscape with a waterfall. In the foreground, people and animals are gathered near the water's edge. A man on a white horse is leading a cow, while another man is holding a fishing net and a third is standing in the water. A dog is also present, running towards the water. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and rocks, with a large building visible in the distance. The sky above is blue with white clouds. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of serenity and tranquility. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
Karel Dujardin (September 27, 1626 – November 20, 1678) was a Dutch Golden Age painter.
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