Artwork
Waterfall
Waterfall is an ink print by the Baroque artist Melchior Küsel. It dates from 1681 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Waterfall is an etching by Melchior Küsel, created in 1681. The print depicts a dramatic landscape scene.
Subject & Meaning
The scene shows a turbulent forest with a waterfall cascading down rocky cliffs into a pool below, set against a stormy sky. The accompanying German text at the bottom appears to identify the location.
Technique & Style
Küsel employed sharp, detailed lines to capture the intricate textures of the trees and the movement of the water, conveying a sense of wildness and energy.
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