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 shows a circular pastoral scene viewed from a slightly elevated perspective. The sky dominates more than half of the composition, with small structures and trees in the distance. Brushstrokes and linework create an intricate and textured landscape. The color palette is limited to sepia tones, giving a vintage effect. A pond with reeds and vegetation is depicted in the foreground.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching with engraving

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.15.6

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dutuit, no. 2, State iii/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

Q65564705

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