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Twelve landscapes (H.95-106): The Two Bridges
Twelve landscapes (H.95-106): The Two Bridges 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. The Two Bridges is a 1665 etching by Anthonie Waterloo, part of a series of twelve landscapes (H.
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Overview
The Two Bridges is a 1665 etching by Anthonie Waterloo, part of a series of twelve landscapes (H.95-106), currently in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
This landscape depicts a serene village scene featuring two stone bridges over a river, flanked by trees and small houses. Figural elements include a seated person on the left bridge, a standing figure near the right, and a distant horse with rider.
Technique & Style
Waterloo employed fine lines to achieve depth, particularly in the rendering of trees and buildings. The use of shadows, notably under the bridges, adds textural complexity to the composition.
History & Provenance
Created in 1665, the etching is now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, as part of the twelve-landscape series (H.95-106).
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