The Two Horsemen

Herman van Swanevelt

Associated Names
Herman van Swanevelt

Artist, Dutch, c. 1600 - 1655

The image depicts a landscape with a vantage point overlooking an expansive scene. The horizon line is subtle, blending background hills and distant structures. The engraving style includes detailed cross-hatching for textures of trees, rocks, and clouds. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of sepia and grey. A path winds around a rocky incline with figures and horses. Trees create depth, leading to hills and distant structures. The sky has stylized clouds, suggesting a breeze. The composition is balanced, with natural elements harmonizing movement and scenery.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.32.70

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 105, State iv/iv


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

Q65569444

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