Camels
1628
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
Artist
Herman van Swanevelt
Herman van Swanevelt (1603–1655) was a Dutch artist, born in Woerden.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Camels is a 1628 ink by Herman van Swanevelt, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows two camels standing side by side in a desert-like setting. One camel is facing forward, while the other turns its head slightly to the left. In the background, small figures and a few tents are scattered near some trees and a distant ship. The artist used fine lines to show texture, like the camels’ fur and the rough ground. The scene feels quiet, with no action happening—just the animals and the empty landscape. If you like this style, check out more works by Swanevelt, Herman van.
Herman van Swanevelt (1603–1655) was a Dutch artist, born in Woerden.
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