Artwork
Six views in the Wood of the Hague (series)
Six views in the Wood of the Hague (series) is a print by the Baroque artist Roelant Roghman. It dates from 1646 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1943.610
- Credit line
- Mr. and Mrs. Lewis B. Williams Collection
About this work
Overview
The print 'Six views in the Wood of the Hague' is a cityscape series by Roelant Roghman, created in 1646. It is a held collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene forest scene with two figures strolling beneath towering trees. A winding path navigates through the woods, with dappled light filtering through the foliage, creating a sense of depth and tranquility.
Technique & Style
Roghman's use of contrasting light and dark shapes achieves a three-dimensional effect, drawing the viewer's eye into the natural scene. The artist's manipulation of chiaroscuro, a technique employing strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and volume to the trees and their surroundings.
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Artist & collection
- Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 1, Two Men Preceded by a Hunter
Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 4, Goats Under the Trees
Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 2
Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 6, Two Deer
Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 5, A Man with a Staff in His Hand
Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 3, Peasant Seen from the Back