The Ponte Molle

Jan Both

Associated Names
Jan Both

Artist, Dutch, 1615/1618 - 1652

The image is an etching depicting a pastoral scene with an ancient bridge over a river. The composition includes the bridge, river, distant hills, sky, workers, horses, and boats. The lines are precise, defining the textures and figures. The color palette is monochrome, emphasizing details and contrast. The scene conveys historical tranquility and timelessness through its rendering of architectural and natural elements.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1972.28.23

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 5, State iii/vi

Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1974

  • NGA Recent Acquisitions 1974, no. 116.

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

Q65571197

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