Artwork

Four Landscapes: The Winding Wooden Bridge

Four Landscapes: The Winding Wooden Bridge, by Antonie Waterloo, 1664
Four Landscapes: The Winding Wooden Bridge, by Antonie Waterloo, 1664

Four Landscapes: The Winding Wooden Bridge is a print by the Baroque artist Antonie Waterloo. It dates from 1664 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Four Landscapes: The Winding Wooden Bridge is a print by Anthonie Waterloo, dated 1664, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene landscape featuring a winding wooden bridge, set amidst trees and hills, with the bridge being the primary focus.

Technique & Style

The work showcases a pronounced contrast between light and dark, characteristic of the Baroque style, which often employs dramatic lighting to evoke intense emotions.

Context

The Baroque movement, with its emphasis on dramatic effects, provides the stylistic context for this work, influencing its visual and emotional impact.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Antonie Waterloo

Artist

Antonie Waterloo

Antonie Waterloo (1609–1690) was a Dutch artist, born in Lille.

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