The Rocks

Herman van Swanevelt

Associated Names
Herman van Swanevelt

Artist, Dutch, c. 1600 - 1655

The image features a view through trees and rocky formations shaping an oval frame. In the distance, a horizon aligns with trees and a small figure, depicting depth. The etching style uses cross-hatching and parallel lines for shadow and texture. The monochromatic palette contrasts dark lines with light paper. Trees and rocks are intricately detailed in the foreground, leading towards lighter areas and distant trees and mountains. A walking figure adds scale and movement.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.32.8

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 70, State only


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.

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65569337

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