Draun River

1681

Melchior Küsel after Johann Wilhelm Baur

Associated Names
Melchior Küsel

Artist, German, 1626 - 1683

Johann Wilhelm Baur

Artist After, German, 1607 - 1641

The image depicts a natural landscape in a detailed etching style. Features include a distant tree line on the horizon, a cloudy sky, a flowing stream with rocks, lush foliage, tall trees, and rocky outcroppings. The intricate textures and shading are achieved through fine lines and cross-hatching. The color palette is monochromatic, with browns and sepia tones accentuating the natural forms.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1975.23.45

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, Vol. II, no. 4, State p.162

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

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

Q65575537

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