The Pointed Rock

probably c. 1645/1656

Allart van Everdingen

Associated Names
Allart van Everdingen

Artist, Dutch, 1621 - 1675

The image shows a detailed landscape view with an elevated vantage point. The horizon is obscured by dense foliage and rocks, with intricate cross-hatching lines depicting rocks and trees. The color palette is monochromatic in shades of brown and black. In the distance, a small structure is visible among the trees. Large rocks and trees are depicted in the foreground, leading the eye into the picture.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.15.138

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dutuit, no. 74, 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

Q65565003

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