Artwork
Cottage by a River
Cottage by a River is a chalk drawing by the Baroque artist Jan van Goyen. It dates from 1628 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Cottage by a River is a drawing created by Jan van Goyen around 1628. It is executed in black chalk on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a serene landscape featuring a small cottage beside a winding river, with trees in the foreground and a hillside in the distance. The scene is characterized by its tranquility and natural beauty.
Technique & Style
The use of black chalk on laid paper creates a sense of depth and texture, with the paper's roughness contributing to the overall effect. The drawing appears to be a study or preparatory work, capturing the essence of the scene rather than presenting a highly detailed representation.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jan Josephszoon van Goyen (Dutch pronunciation: ; 13 January 1596 – 27 April 1656) was a Dutch landscape painter.
