The Inscription on the Rock

probably c. 1645/1656

Allart van Everdingen

Associated Names
Allart van Everdingen

Artist, Dutch, 1621 - 1675

The image depicts a landscape view from a slightly elevated position. The horizon shows distant mountains and tree tops. The scene includes rocky terrain with boulders and rocky outcrops. In the distance, there are dense clusters of trees. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of gray and black. Three figures stand on the rocky path, with one pointing. The sky above has cloud-like forms.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.15.106

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dutuit, no. 55, State iia/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

Q65564933

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