Three Peasants and a Woman

1626

Pieter Molijn

Associated Names
Pieter Molijn

Artist, Dutch, 1595 - 1661

Pieter Molijn

Publisher, Dutch, 1595 - 1661

The image shows a landscape with a sloped terrain where a group of four figures is gathered. The figures wear broad-brimmed hats and stand in a circle with their backs to the viewer. Lush trees are depicted on the left, with dense foliage created through fine lines. A possible old ruin is faintly visible amidst the trees. The horizon line is low in the image, beyond the figures. The artwork is detailed and etched intricately, particularly in the depiction of trees and figures. The image is monochrome with crisp lines, highlighting the detailed scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    plate: 15.2 × 18.8 cm (6 × 7 3/8 in.)
    sheet: 15.5 × 19 cm (6 1/8 × 7 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1973.63.1

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 1

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

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

Q65576231

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