Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 4, Goats Under the Trees
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From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1646
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This etching shows a quiet forest scene with a small stream cutting through the middle. Tall trees line both sides, their branches thick and tangled. A few goats graze near the water, and a lone person stands in the distance by the trees. The artist focused on everyday nature—no drama, just calm life. The trees look real, with rough bark and leafy tops, and the light hits them unevenly. Next, check out Roelant Roghman for more of his peaceful landscapes.
