Artwork

Farm with Shed and Draw Well

Farm with Shed and Draw Well, by Lucas van Doetechum, ink, 1560
Farm with Shed and Draw Well, by Lucas van Doetechum, ink, 1560

Farm with Shed and Draw Well is an ink print by the Baroque artist Lucas van Doetechum. It dates from 1560 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Farm with Shed and Draw Well is a print created through a combination of etching and engraving techniques.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene rural landscape with thatched-roof houses, a draw well, and figures walking along a dirt path, conveying a sense of everyday life in a quiet farm setting.

Technique & Style

The artist achieved depth and texture through the use of lines, with the etching process allowing for detailed rendering of trees, buildings, and other elements.

History & Provenance

The print was created in 1560 by Lucas van Doetechum, utilizing a metal plate to produce the image.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Lucas van Doetechum

Artist

Lucas van Doetechum

Lucas van Doetechum (1501–1579) was an artist, born in Deventer.

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