Artwork
Peasant on Horseback
Peasant on Horseback 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
Peasant on Horseback 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 lone peasant on horseback in a wooded area, accompanied by three smaller figures. The scene reflects the artist's interest in landscape and genre themes, common in 17th-century Dutch art.
Technique & Style
The image is characterized by intricate lines and shading, achieved through a technique of repeated lines that creates texture and depth. This method was typical for etchings of the period, allowing artists to produce detailed prints with a three-dimensional appearance.
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.
