Who painted Stream through an Ancient Forest?

Stream through an Ancient Forest was painted by Jonas Umbach in 1658.

Where can I see Stream through an Ancient Forest?

Stream through an Ancient Forest is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Stream through an Ancient Forest?

Stream through an Ancient Forest is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Stream through an Ancient Forest?

Museum-quality prints of Stream through an Ancient Forest are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Stream through an Ancient Forest

Jonas Umbach , 1658

Stream through an Ancient Forest is a chalk drawing by the Baroque artist Jonas Umbach. It dates from 1658 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:by later hand on mount, lower left in brown ink: P.O.no.165.

About this work

Overview

Stream through an Ancient Forest is a drawing by Jonas Umbach, created in 1658, using black chalk and white gouache on brown laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene landscape with a winding stream flowing through an ancient forest, characterized by twisted tree trunks and branches.

Technique & Style

The artist achieved a striking contrast between darker tones and lighter hues using black chalk and white gouache, carefully rendering textures in the foreground while blending the background into a gentle haze.

Context

The work is an example of Baroque landscape drawing, showcasing the period's attention to detail and expressive use of medium.