Who painted Landscape with an Obelisk?

Landscape with an Obelisk was painted by Rembrandt van Rijn in 1650.

Where can I see Landscape with an Obelisk?

Landscape with an Obelisk is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Landscape with an Obelisk?

Landscape with an Obelisk is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Landscape with an Obelisk

Rembrandt van Rijn , 1650

Landscape with an Obelisk is an ink print by the Baroque artist Rembrandt van Rijn. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Landscape with an Obelisk is a print by Rembrandt van Rijn, created around 1650 using etching and drypoint techniques.

Subject & Meaning

The scene depicts a serene landscape featuring a prominent obelisk, a thatched-roof house, and a body of water, with trees and foliage adding texture to the foreground.

Technique & Style

Rembrandt achieved depth and detail through fine lines, particularly in the obelisk and hillside, utilizing the etching process, where an image is incised into a metal plate, and drypoint, which adds richer textures.