Farm

published 1559/1561

Johannes van Doetechum, the Elder and Lucas van Doetechum after Master of the Small Landscapes

Associated Names
Lucas van Doetechum

Artist, Netherlandish, active 1554-1572; died before 1589

Johannes van Doetechum the Elder

Artist, Netherlandish, 1528/1532 - 1605

Master of the Small Landscapes

Artist After, Netherlandish

The image depicts a landscape viewed from an elevated point. A dirt path extends into the distance, bordered by rows of trees. In the background, there is a dense cluster of trees and a structure with a spire, potentially a church in a small settlement. The artwork is rendered in a monochrome style with fine, linear strokes, resembling an etching. The color scheme consists of sepia tones. Figures of people walking on the path and a horseman riding to the left are visible. Two birds fly in the slightly clouded sky.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching retouched with engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1964.8.511

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, no. 129, State i/iii


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. (van Doetecum family, Henk Nalis author). Rotterdam: Sound & Vision Interactive, 1996-, no. 129, state i/iii.

Wikidata ID

Q65510316

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