Peasant with His Dog

probably c. 1645/1656

Allart van Everdingen

Associated Names
Allart van Everdingen

Artist, Dutch, 1621 - 1675

The image depicts a rocky, tree-lined landscape with a village in the distance. The horizon is visible towards the upper third of the image, separating the hills and trees from the sky filled with swirling clouds. Rocks, trees, bushes, a seated person, and a dog are featured on the left, along with a winding path. In the distance, hills lead towards a town with rooftops and church spires. The scene has a monochromatic palette and detailed hatching, giving it a classical and crisp appearance.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.15.144

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dutuit, no. 80, State iii/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

Q65565016

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