Artwork
Landscape with a Farmhouse
Landscape with a Farmhouse is an ink print by the Baroque artist Dutch 17th Century. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Landscape with a Farmhouse is an etching on laid paper that presents a serene rural scene.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a farmhouse amidst rolling hills and a cloudy sky, with figures and a cow in the foreground and distance. The tranquil atmosphere evokes a sense of peacefulness.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of etching techniques creates depth and texture through the manipulation of light and shadow, contributing to the overall mood of the scene.
Artist & collection
Artist
This Dutch artist made small, sharp engravings and etchings—mostly portraits and sea battles—printed from metal plates.
