Abraham and the Three Angels

Herman van Swanevelt

Associated Names
Herman van Swanevelt

Artist, Dutch, c. 1600 - 1655

Pierre Mariette I

Publisher, French, 1596 - 1657

The image shows a pastoral scene with an elevated viewpoint displaying a broad landscape. The horizon is positioned high, obscured by trees, revealing ascending hills in the distance. A group of figures, some with wings, are on a path leading from a stately building surrounded by foliage. A rural path curves through the scene, with distant figures near ruins to the left. The engraving features fine, intricate lines detailing the architecture and foliage. The monochromatic palette emphasizes light and shadow, creating depth and texture. There is a tree-bordered structure on the right and partially ruined buildings on the left, contrasting with the open sky where birds are depicted in flight.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.32.62

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 1, State ii/ii


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

Q65569416

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