Artwork
Waterfall
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
Waterfall is an etching created by a Dutch Golden Age artist around 1650. It is a print depicting a serene landscape scene.
Subject & Meaning
The etching shows a rugged landscape with a waterfall on the right, accompanied by large rocks, trees, and a small building in the background. The scene is characterized by a sense of peacefulness, achieved through the use of a light sky and balanced composition.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of light and shadow creates depth in the scene, with shaded trees, rocks, and the waterfall giving the impression of realism and movement.
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.
