Two Peasants Seated on a Hill

probably c. 1645/1656

Allart van Everdingen

Associated Names
Allart van Everdingen

Artist, Dutch, 1621 - 1675

The image shows a landscape seen from an elevated perspective. The horizon is high, with clouds in the sky creating depth. In the distance, a small town with church spires is visible. Fine line work, hatching, and cross-hatching techniques depict terrain and foliage. The color palette is monochromatic, with varying shades of black and white. A tree stands on the left, with rocky outcrops and vegetation leading towards sparse figures on a pathway sloping towards the town.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.15.134

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dutuit, no. 71, State ii/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

Q65564995

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