Artwork
Mill below a Waterfall
Mill below a Waterfall is an ink print by the Baroque artist Allart van Everdingen. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Mill below a Waterfall is an etching created by Allart van Everdingen around 1650. It is a representative work of the Dutch Golden Age, showcasing the artist's skill in printmaking.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a serene landscape featuring a water-powered mill situated beneath a waterfall. The scene is framed by trees with twisting branches and includes a small bridge and figures or animals.
Technique & Style
The print is characterized by the use of lines to create depth and texture, particularly in the rendering of water and trees. The etching technique involves pressing ink into a metal plate to produce the image.
Artist & collection
Artist
Allaert van Everdingen (Dutch pronunciation: ; bapt. 18 June 1621 – 8 November 1675 (buried)), was a Dutch Golden Age painter and printmaker in etching and mezzotint.
