John the Baptist in the Wilderness

Herman van Swanevelt

Associated Names
Herman van Swanevelt

Artist, Dutch, c. 1600 - 1655

The image shows a view of a natural, wooded area from a slightly elevated point. A large tree with thick foliage dominates the left side, casting shadows on the ground. A figure sits near the tree's shadow. In the distance, a faint horizon is visible, characterized by lighter tones suggesting a distant landscape. The artwork features fine, detailed etching lines creating intricate textures in the trees and grass. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of black and grey. Lighter sky tones in the distance suggest clouds.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.32.97

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 10, State ii/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

Q65569531

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