A Satyr Gathering Fruit

Herman van Swanevelt

Associated Names
Herman van Swanevelt

Artist, Dutch, c. 1600 - 1655

The image shows a pastoral scene with a forest viewed from a low angle. The horizon line and hills can be seen in the distance with a textured sky. The trees are densely packed, their canopies casting patterns of light and shadow. The engraving utilizes etching techniques to create texture and depth. The color palette is limited to sepia tones, creating an antique effect. In the foreground, a figure with a staff is bending towards the ground, while three other figures are visible further back under the trees. The scene conveys the tranquility and complexity of the natural landscape through detailed line work.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.32.47

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 28, 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.

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

Q65569378

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