Ruined Cottage, Surrounded by Water

probably c. 1645/1656

Allart van Everdingen

Associated Names
Allart van Everdingen

Artist, Dutch, 1621 - 1675

The image is an etching of a rustic scene with a slightly elevated perspective showing the landscape. The horizon is high, with a large cloud formation dominating the center. A thatched-roof cottage stands on the horizon. The cottage is partially dilapidated. The artwork features detailed brushstrokes, with intricate lines defining textures. The color palette is monochromatic, focusing on brown shades. Close to us are clusters of grass and reeds next to a small body of water, with a rock inscription reading "AVE." In the distance, a sailboat is visible on the left, and on the right, a small figure near the water adds a human presence.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.15.28

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dutuit, no. 15, 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

Q65564756

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