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The Ferry Boat, by Meindert Hobbema, unspecified, 1660

The Ferry Boat

Meindert Hobbema

1660

unspecified

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

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Overview

The Ferry Boat is a 1660 unspecified by Meindert Hobbema, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?
Meindert Hobbema
When & what style?
1660 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

This serene landscape painting, titled "The Ferry Boat," showcases a tranquil scene. In the foreground, a small boat is moored on the left side of a river, with a few individuals standing nearby. The river flows gently to the right, where it meets a lush, green landscape dotted with trees and bushes. A few buildings are visible in the distance on the left side of the painting. The artist's use of color and light creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The overall mood of the painting is one of peacefulness and tranquility, inviting the viewer to step into the idyllic world depicted. To learn more about the artist behind this beautiful landscape, explore the works of Meindert Hobbema.

About the artist

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Artist

Meindert Hobbema

Meindert Lubbertszoon Hobbema (bapt. 31 October 1638 – 7 December 1709) was a Dutch Golden Age painter of landscapes, specializing in views of woodland, although his most famous painting, The Avenue at Middelharnis…

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