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Herman van Swanevelt

Associated Names
Herman van Swanevelt

Artist, Dutch, c. 1600 - 1655

The image shows a pastoral scene from an elevated perspective. Two figures walk along a path, while another figure holding a staff is nearby. In the distance, a shepherd tends to livestock grazing on a hillock. A house is nestled among trees on the right. Trees frame the scene with intricate line work, adding depth. The sky above the horizon is detailed with horizontal lines indicating clouds and atmosphere. The monochromatic palette emphasizes the contrast between the landscape and the sky.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.32.58

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 59, 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

Q65569408

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