The Cave

Herman van Swanevelt

Associated Names
Herman van Swanevelt

Artist, Dutch, c. 1600 - 1655

The image depicts a landscape viewed from an elevated perspective. The horizon is positioned near the upper third of the image, defined by rolling hills and scattered clouds in the sky. There are figures under large trees, a winding path, a hillside with dense trees, and a distant village with a tower and buildings. The color palette is monochromatic in varying shades of brown and sepia tones. The detailing and cross-hatching create depth and richness in the image.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.32.86

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 9, State ii/iv


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

Q65569498

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