Autumn
1648
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1648
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This print shows a quiet riverside scene with bare trees and a few people scattered around. On the left, a group stands near a ladder leaning against a tree, while on the right, a man in a hat walks with a child. In the distance, a town with spires and a church sits along the water, and the sky is faint but visible. The trees look like they’re in late autumn, with no leaves left. The artist used fine lines to show every branch and detail, making the scene feel precise. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this one create prints with needles.