Who painted Hamlet in a Valley?

Hamlet in a Valley was painted by Anthonie Waterloo in 1658.

Where can I see Hamlet in a Valley?

Hamlet in a Valley is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Hamlet in a Valley?

Hamlet in a Valley is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Hamlet in a Valley?

Museum-quality prints of Hamlet in a Valley are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Hamlet in a Valley

Anthonie Waterloo , 1658

Hamlet in a Valley is an ink print by the Baroque artist Anthonie Waterloo. It dates from 1658 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:upper left in plate: A. W ex; by later hand, upper center graphite: 210; by later hand, upper right in graphite: 63.120; by later hand, lower left in graphite: A57895; 93 93i

About this work

Overview

Hamlet in a Valley is an etching on laid paper created by Anthonie Waterloo in 1658.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene valley with scattered houses, rolling hills, and trees rendered in quick, scratchy lines. Distant buildings and a winding path are visible, set against a softly blurred sky.

Technique & Style

The etching technique used allows ink to accumulate in lines, creating varying depths and textures. This gives the image depth without relying on heavy shading, and results in areas with darker or rougher appearances.