1608
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Night Fishing near Fortified Bridges is a 1608 ink by Aegidius Sadeler II, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image depicts a nighttime scene of people fishing near fortified bridges. The scene is set in a dark, mysterious environment, with the only light coming from the moon and the fires lit by the fishermen. The bridges are old and worn, with trees and plants growing around them. In the foreground, several men are shown fishing from small boats, while others are standing on the shore, tending to their nets. The atmosphere is peaceful and serene, with the sound of the water and the crackling of the fires creating a sense of tranquility. The use of cross-hatching techniques in this engraving creates a sense of depth and texture, adding to the overall mood of the piece. For more on this technique, explore the art of engraving.
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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