Hamlet at the Bank of a River

probably c. 1645/1656

Allart van Everdingen

Associated Names
Allart van Everdingen

Artist, Dutch, 1621 - 1675

The image features a circular scene depicting a rural setting. The viewer is positioned at a slightly elevated point, looking down towards the landscape. In the distance, lush trees form a boundary at the horizon. A small rustic cabin and wooden structures are surrounded by dense foliage near a waterway. The artwork shows intricate etching lines, creating a detailed hand-crafted look. The color palette is monochromatic, using tones of black and gray. Close to the viewer, there is a body of water with reflections and tall grasses.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.15.5

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dutuit, no. 2, State i/iii


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.

Wikidata ID

Q65564704

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