Castle by a River
1676
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Netherlandish 16th Century
This artist carved scenes with fine lines, mostly religious and mythological ones.
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Castle by a River is a 1676 ink by Netherlandish 16th Century, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white drawing shows a castle with a tall tower and a gatehouse by a river. People are walking, riding horses, and standing near the entrance. Trees and smaller houses line the riverbank, and the sky looks stormy. The artist used a mix of lines to show texture, like the rough stone of the castle and the smooth water. This style was common in the 16th century for detailed prints. Look up etching to see how artists like this made sharp, layered images.
This artist carved scenes with fine lines, mostly religious and mythological ones.
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