Ornament with Foliage and Birds
1618
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Bartolomeus van Lochom
Bartolomeus van Lochom (1607–1628) was an artist.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Ornament with Foliage and Birds is a 1618 ink by Bartolomeus van Lochom, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image is a black-and-white print packed with swirling lines. Two small figures stand in the center, holding what looks like musical instruments. Around them, birds fly and perch on branches filled with leaves and flowers. The background is dense with curls and dots, like a busy border. The artist used sharp lines to create depth and texture. The figures seem to be playing music, but their faces are simple shapes. The whole scene feels lively, even though it’s just ink on paper. Look up engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints without paint.
Bartolomeus van Lochom (1607–1628) was an artist.
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