Artwork
Landscape with a Farmhouse
Landscape with a Farmhouse is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Hendrik Goltzius. It dates from 1594 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Hendrick Goltzius's 'Landscape with a Farmhouse' is a print created around 1594 using the chiaroscuro woodcut technique. It is executed in a palette of sepia-ochre, olive, and black.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene landscape centered around a farmhouse, surrounded by trees and fields with distant figures at work. A cloudy grey sky with birds flying overhead adds to the scene's tranquility.
Technique & Style
Goltzius employed chiaroscuro, utilizing strong contrasts between light and dark to convey depth and volume. The chosen colors create a warm, earthy tone, characteristic of his technical skill as a printmaker.
History & Provenance
Goltzius, a prominent figure in Northern Mannerism, was a German-born Dutch printmaker and draftsman active during the early Baroque period. 'Landscape with a Farmhouse' showcases his expertise during a time when he was also engaged in painting.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hendrick Goltzius (German: , Dutch: ; né Goltz; January or February 1558 – 1 January 1617) was a German-born Dutch printmaker, draftsman, and painter.
