1640
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Rebecca and Eliezer (Le pont de bois) is a 1640 ink by Claude Lorrain, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting depicts a serene landscape with a small bridge spanning a narrow river. The bridge is constructed from wood and features a gentle arch, with a few figures standing on it. In the foreground, a large tree with sprawling branches dominates the left side of the composition, while a smaller tree stands on the right. The background reveals a rolling hill with a few buildings and a mountain range in the distance. A figure stands on the bridge, gazing out at the viewer, while another figure is partially obscured by the tree on the right. The overall atmosphere of the painting exudes a sense of tranquility and peacefulness. The painting's use of etching and drypoint techniques adds texture and depth to the composition, inviting the viewer to explore the intricate details of the scene. For more on this technique, explore the art of etching.
Claude Lorrain (French: ; born Claude Gellée , called le Lorrain in French; traditionally just Claude in English; c.
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