Church of San Adrian on the Via Flaminia

Herman van Swanevelt

Associated Names
Herman van Swanevelt

Artist, Dutch, c. 1600 - 1655

The image shows a landscape with an elevated view. The horizon is high, with sketchy lines indicating a sky with birds. A round, domed building is surrounded by trees, with other structures nearby. The brushwork is detailed, resembling etching or engraving, depicting textured foliage and terrain. The color scheme is monochromatic, using black and white for intricate line work and light/shadow contrast. Two figures are seated by water on the right, with a path leading to distant architectural features.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.32.55

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 56, State i/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

Q65569403

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