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Landscape near Muiderberg

Jacob van Ruisdael , 1665

Landscape near Muiderberg, by Jacob van Ruisdael, oil, 1665
Landscape near Muiderberg, by Jacob van Ruisdael, oil, 1665

Landscape near Muiderberg is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Jacob van Ruisdael. It dates from 1665 and is held in the collection of the Ashmolean Museum.

About this work

Overview

Landscape near Muiderberg is an oil painting by Jacob van Ruisdael, dated to around 1665. It is currently housed at the Ashmolean Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene landscape with a prominent tree in the foreground and a hill topped by a church or castle in the background. A small stream is visible in the lower right corner, contributing to the tranquil atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Ruisdael's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The artist's handling of oil paint captures the atmosphere of the landscape, inviting contemplation.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jacob van Ruisdael

Artist

Jacob van Ruisdael

Jacob Isaackszoon van Ruisdael was a Dutch painter, draughtsman, and etcher. He is generally considered the pre-eminent landscape painter of the Dutch Golden Age, a period of great wealth and cultural achievement when…

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