Landscape with Tobias and the Angel
1655
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1655
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This etching shows a quiet forest scene with two figures near a tree. One person is kneeling, and the other stands beside them, pointing upward. The trees are lush and full, with a small stream running through the scene. In the distance, a building with a dome peeks through the branches. The artist used fine lines to create texture, especially in the leaves and water. The two figures look like they’re having a quiet moment in nature. Next, check out the technique: etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
