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August: Landscape with Wagons
August: Landscape with Wagons is a drawing by the Baroque artist Pieter de Molijn. It dates from 1655 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
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Overview
Pieter Molyn's 'August: Landscape with Wagons' is a drawing created circa 1655. It is a representative work of the Dutch Golden Age, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing rural scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a rural landscape with wagons being pulled by horses along a muddy road, accompanied by people carrying various items. The scene is set against a backdrop of a flat, expansive landscape dotted with additional figures and animals.
Technique & Style
Molyn's focus on texture and simple forms is evident in the rendering of the road and wagons. The drawing appears to be a rapid study of everyday country life, highlighting the artist's observational skills.
History & Provenance
Created by Pieter Molyn, a Dutch painter with Flemish roots born in London, 'August: Landscape with Wagons' is now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. Molyn was active in Haarlem, where he joined the Guild of St. Luke in 1616.
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Artist
Pieter de Molijn (6 April 1595 in London – 23 March 1661 in Haarlem) was a Dutch Golden Age painter and engraver of English birth and Flemish descent.
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