Fisherman's Hut

probably c. 1645/1656

Allart van Everdingen

Associated Names
Allart van Everdingen

Artist, Dutch, 1621 - 1675

The image shows a rustic scene with a small log cabin on stilts surrounded by trees. In the distance, there is a hint of land and foliage with a building spire visible. The detailed etching captures textures of logs, foliage, and rocks using fine crosshatching. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of sepia or grayscale. Near the water, two figures are engaged in activity, possibly preparing a boat.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.15.24

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dutuit, no. 13, 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

Q65564749

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