The Two Couples in the Forest

c. 1509

Lucas van Leyden

Associated Names
Lucas van Leyden

Artist, Netherlandish, 1489/1494 - 1533

The image shows four people almost in full-body. They are positioned closely together, with three of them walking while one appears to be standing nearby. The central figure is a woman with intricate, plaited hair adorned with a headpiece. She is wearing a detailed, long-sleeved dress with layers and embroidery. Beside her, a man with long, unkempt hair is walking and pointing. He is wearing a tunic and hose. To the left, another woman stands in profile with her hair covered by a headdress and wrapped in multiple layers of clothes. Behind her, another man with a hat and long cloak is present. They are surrounded by a natural setting, with trees and foliage in the background. The scene is depicted in detailed linework typical of historical engravings, with rich textures in clothing and natural elements.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.5671

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, no. 146, State (a)


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

1993

  • The New Hollstein Dutch & Flemish Etchings, Engravings and Woodcuts, 1450-1700. Rotterdam: Sound & Vision Interactive, 1996-

Wikidata ID

Q65023438

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