Large Tree near a House
1628
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Herman van Swanevelt
Herman van Swanevelt (1603–1655) was a Dutch artist, born in Woerden.
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Large Tree near a House is a 1628 ink by Herman van Swanevelt, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white drawing shows a quiet countryside scene. A big tree stands near a small house with a thatched roof. The ground looks rough, with rocks and grass. In the foreground, two people walk along a path, one carrying a bundle. The artist used fine lines to show light and shadow, making the scene feel real. This kind of drawing is called an etching. Look up etching to see how artists like this made prints.
Herman van Swanevelt (1603–1655) was a Dutch artist, born in Woerden.
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