Donkeys
1628
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1628
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Donkeys is a 1628 ink by Herman van Swanevelt, a Baroque work, depicting donkey, held at National Gallery of Art.
Two donkeys stand side by side in a quiet landscape. Their ears twitch and shadows fall just right. The dry grass and soft hills make them feel real. This isn’t just two animals—it’s a study in lines. The artist carved each hair and shadow into metal. Look close: the deeper lines show texture, the lighter ones show light. If you like this, hunt for more drypoint in the National Gallery of Art, Washington.
