Tomb on the Via Appia

Herman van Swanevelt

Associated Names
Herman van Swanevelt

Artist, Dutch, c. 1600 - 1655

The image shows a rustic building and an ancient circular tower on the right, with a low horizon. Trees, the building, and the tower line up along the horizon. The scene is intricately etched, using thin lines to show textures and shading. It is in black and white, emphasizing contrast and detail. Three figures walk on a path, while others are under a canopy near the building. In the distance, there are trees, small hills, an overcast sky, and birds in flight.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.32.53

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 54, State i/iii


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1884

  • Dutuit, Eugène. Manuel de l'amateur d'estampes. Vol. I, IV-VI. Paris: A Levy, 1884-1885. Reprint. Amsterdam: G.W. Hissink, 1970-1972.

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65569386

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