Waterfall

probably c. 1645/1656

Allart van Everdingen

Associated Names
Allart van Everdingen

Artist, Dutch, 1621 - 1675

The image shows a landscape with a variety of elements such as trees, a building with a steeple, a rocky path, and vegetation. The perspective is slightly elevated, offering a view from up close to the distance. The horizon is obscured by trees and the building. The picture appears to be an etching with fine lines. The left side displays a rocky path leading towards the structures. The right side has a large rocky outcrop with detailed vegetation. The color scheme is monochromatic using black ink on cream paper. The technique creates depth and fuses natural and architectural components in a rural setting.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.15.11

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dutuit, no. 7, State ia/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

Q65564717

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