Artwork

The Rock Bathed by the River

The Rock Bathed by the River, by Jan Hackaert, 1666
The Rock Bathed by the River, by Jan Hackaert, 1666

The Rock Bathed by the River is a print by Jan Hackaert. It dates from 1666 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Rock Bathed by the River is a print by Jan Hackaert, dated to around 1666, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a tranquil landscape featuring a prominent rock in the foreground, partially surrounded by a river. The rock is adorned with dense foliage, and the surrounding vegetation is rendered in a range of greens. A gentle hill with trees and bushes is visible in the background.

Technique & Style

Hackaert's manipulation of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and texture, guiding the viewer's attention to the rock and the river. The resulting atmosphere is one of serenity and calmness.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jan Hackaert

Artist

Jan Hackaert

Jan Hackaert (1628–1685) was an artist, born in Amsterdam.

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