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A Barn, by Claes Jansz Visscher, ink, 1620

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Overview

A Barn is a 1620 ink by Claes Jansz Visscher, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Claes Jansz Visscher
When & what style?
1620 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching depicts a rustic barn nestled among trees, with a large tree growing on its roof. The barn's thatched roof and wooden structure are rendered in intricate detail, while the surrounding landscape features rolling hills and a few figures in the distance. A small figure is seen in the foreground, adding a sense of scale to the scene. The overall atmosphere is one of serenity, with the barn and trees blending harmoniously into the landscape. For more on this style, explore the Baroque movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Claes Jansz Visscher
Artist

Claes Jansz Visscher

Claes Janszoon Visscher (1587 – 19 June 1652) was a Dutch Golden Age draughtsman, engraver, mapmaker, and publisher.

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