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Mountainous River Landscape in Italy, by Willem de Heusch, oil, 1650

Mountainous River Landscape in Italy

Willem de Heusch

1650

oil

copper

From the collection of Mauritshuis

Dominant colour

Overview

Mountainous River Landscape in Italy is a 1650 oil by Willem de Heusch, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at Mauritshuis.

Who painted this?
Willem de Heusch
When & what style?
1650 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?
Mauritshuis

About this work

This painting shows a serene mountainous landscape with a river flowing through it. In the foreground, a man rides a horse, while another man stands by the river, possibly fishing. The scene is set against a backdrop of mountains and trees, with a few birds flying in the sky. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting. The warm colors of the setting sun add to the tranquil mood of the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this beautiful landscape, you might want to look up Willem de Heusch.

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