1608
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Gondolas on a River by a Palace is a 1608 ink by Aegidius Sadeler II, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a river with gondolas gliding past a grand stone palace. Trees with thick branches hang over the scene, and people stand near the water’s edge. In the foreground, a few figures gather under the shade, while boats float calmly on the water. The artist used fine lines to create depth, especially in the buildings and trees. The technique makes the scene feel detailed even though it’s all black and white. Next, check out engraving to see how artists like this made intricate prints.
Aegidius Sadeler or Aegidius Sadeler II (1570–1629) was a Flemish engraver who was principally active at the Prague court of Rudolf II, Holy Roman Emperor and his successors.
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