Reynard Returns Home, Accompanied by the Ram and the Rabbit

probably c. 1645/1656

Allart van Everdingen

Associated Names
Allart van Everdingen

Artist, Dutch, 1621 - 1675

The image shows a pastoral scene with animals and a landscape. A ram is prominently depicted standing facing right, with two other animals grazing nearby. A large, gnarled tree is present. A shepherd's staff and a piece of cloth are placed on the ground. In the background, there are faint outlines of trees and structures. The etching style features hash-like strokes for depth and texture. The color palette is monochromatic with black lines on tan paper. The overall atmosphere is timeless and tranquil.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.15.195

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dutuit, Vol. (Le Renard, no. 36


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

Q65565131

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