Artwork
Edge of a Wood with Peasants Going to Market
Edge of a Wood with Peasants Going to Market is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jean Morin. It dates from 1625 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Edge of a Wood with Peasants Going to Market is an etching by French artist Jean Morin, created in 1625. It is a representative work of Morin's printmaking output, showcasing his technical skill.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a serene wooded landscape with peasants traveling to market, capturing a moment of everyday rural life in early 17th-century France. Figures are shown on a winding country road, surrounded by dense foliage and accompanied by a horse-drawn cart in the distance.
Technique & Style
Morin employed etching to achieve a range of tonal values, using fine lines to convey light and shadow. The technique allowed for varying depths of ink in the grooves, creating a nuanced interplay of dark and light areas that animates the scene.
History & Provenance
Jean Morin was active during the Baroque period and was known for his innovations in combining engraving and etching on the same plate. Edge of a Wood with Peasants Going to Market is a product of his expertise in printmaking.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Jean Morin (c.1595 or 1605 – 1650) was a French baroque painter, printmaker, painter, etcher, engraver and publisher.
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