Pointed Boulder at the Bank of a River

probably c. 1645/1656

Allart van Everdingen

Associated Names
Allart van Everdingen

Artist, Dutch, 1621 - 1675

The image displays a landscape with intricate etching. The composition includes a horizon in the upper third, clouds in the sky, a rustic structure on the left with a large tree, a path or riverbank with foliage leading towards rock formations on the right. Mid-ground shows smaller trees, individuals on a riverbank, and a small boat on the river. The etching style features detailed fine lines for texture. The color palette is monochromatic, leaning towards brown and sepia tones. Organic and man-made elements are balanced in the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.15.120

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dutuit, no. 62, State ii/iv


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

Q65564962

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