Three Porters

probably c. 1645/1656

Allart van Everdingen

Associated Names
Allart van Everdingen

Artist, Dutch, 1621 - 1675

The image shows a countryside scene depicted with fine, detailed etching style brushstrokes. The point of view is slightly elevated, allowing observation of a natural path. A high horizon line is marked by the wavy line of tree tops. On the left, a leaning tree stands with elongated branches. The path is curved and leads into the distance where it meets woods or bushes. Figures are walking away along the path, possibly carrying sacks, while another person walks in the opposite direction. The color palette is monochromatic in shades of sepia and dark brown. In the background, lines suggest clouds or a change in texture in the sky.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.15.149

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dutuit, no. 86, State ii/ii


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

Q65565032

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