Landscape with Alpheus and Arethusa

Anthonie Waterloo

Associated Names
Anthonie Waterloo

Artist, Dutch, 1609/1610 - 1690

The image shows a dense forest scene with tall, expansive trees with thick canopies. The horizon is not visible due to the surrounding foliage. The artwork uses detailed brushstrokes to depict texture in the foliage and bark, capturing the play of light and shadow in the forest canopy. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of black and white. Two figures are depicted in the scene, one emerging from water and another in motion. The background is filled with trees and branches. The artwork conveys depth and complexity of the natural environment.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1980.76.1

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, no. 125, State ii/iii


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1802

  • Bartsch, Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna, 1802-1821: Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna: J.V. Degen, 1802-1821.

1993

  • The New Hollstein Dutch & Flemish Etchings, Engravings and Woodcuts, 1450-1700. Rotterdam: Sound & Vision Interactive, 1996-

Wikidata ID

Q74034667

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