Artwork
An Estuary Scene with Fisherman

An Estuary Scene with Fisherman is an unspecified painting by the Baroque artist Rafaël Govertsz Camphuysen. It dates from 1638 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
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Overview
An Estuary Scene with Fisherman is a 1638 landscape painting by Rafel Govertsz. Camphuysen, held in The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a solitary fisherman hauling in his net at low tide, set against a cloudy sky reflected in the water. The scene is characterized by its tranquility and focus on everyday labor.
Technique & Style
The work exemplifies a typical Dutch 17th-century landscape, marked by a naturalistic portrayal of light and a straightforward representation of the fisherman's task.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Rafaël Govertsz Camphuysen (1597–1657) was a Dutch artist, born in Gorinchem.













