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View of St. Geertruidenberg

Unknown

1604

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Baroque Baroque Cityscape

Dominant colour

View of St. Geertruidenberg is a 1604 by Unknown, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1604 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This watercolor shows a small town by a river, with boats floating near the shore. The buildings are mostly red and brown, and one tall church stands out in the middle. A few ships with large sails are anchored close to the land, and the water looks calm. The artist used soft colors and light strokes, keeping everything simple but detailed. The scene feels quiet, like a peaceful moment frozen in time. If you like this style, check out the Baroque movement next.