Artwork

Six large upright landscapes with scenes from the Old Testament

Six large upright landscapes with scenes from the Old Testament, by Antonie Waterloo, 1665
Six large upright landscapes with scenes from the Old Testament, by Antonie Waterloo, 1665

Six large upright landscapes with scenes from the Old Testament is a print by the Baroque artist Antonie Waterloo. It dates from 1665 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Six large upright landscapes with scenes from the Old Testament is a print by Anthonie Waterloo, created in 1665, and is now held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene forest scene with three figures on a dirt path, one leading a horse, set against a backdrop of tall trees and a small stream, drawing from Old Testament themes.

Technique & Style

Using only black and white, Waterloo achieved deep shadows and textures, making the trees and figures prominent, a characteristic style of Dutch prints during this period.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Antonie Waterloo

Artist

Antonie Waterloo

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

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Cleveland Museum of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.