Artwork
Two Horsemen on a Rocky Path
Two Horsemen on a Rocky Path 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
Two Horsemen on a Rocky Path is a print created by Dutch artist Allaert van Everdingen around 1650, showcasing his expertise in etching and drypoint techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two horsemen navigating a rugged, rocky landscape with a winding path, dense foliage, and a distant town by a river, a scene that reflects the artist's frequent exploration of similar subjects.
Technique & Style
The work combines etching and drypoint to achieve detailed and expressive linework, evident in the sharply defined textures of the horses' legs and rocky terrain.
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.
