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Cascade under a Stone Bridge

Jan van de Velde

1616

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Landscape

Dominant colour

Cascade under a Stone Bridge is a 1616 ink by Jan van de Velde, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jan van de Velde
When & what style?: 1616 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

In this etching, a serene landscape unfolds, featuring a cascade flowing beneath a stone bridge. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and a cloudy sky, with a winding path leading the viewer's eye through the composition. The artist's use of line and texture creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer into the tranquil world of the painting. The etching technique allows for a range of tonal values, from the dark shadows beneath the bridge to the lighter, more delicate foliage. The attention to detail and the use of light and shadow evoke a sense of calm, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful world of the painting. For more on the artist behind this work, explore the art of Velde, Jan van de, II.

About the artist

Artist

Jan van de Velde

Jan van de Velde the younger (1593 – c. 1 November 1641) was a Dutch Golden Age painter and printmaker, mostly of animal, landscape and still-life subjects. He was the son of Jan van de Velde the Elder and the father of…

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