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Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 4, Goats Under the Trees

Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 4, Goats Under the Trees, by Roelant Roghman, 1646
Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 4, Goats Under the Trees, by Roelant Roghman, 1646

Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 4, Goats Under the Trees is a print by the Baroque artist Roelant Roghman. It dates from 1646 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 4, Goats Under the Trees is an etching by Roelant Roghman, created in 1646. It is a serene forest scene held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts a tranquil forest with a stream, tall trees, and grazing goats. A lone figure stands in the distance. The scene captures everyday natural life without drama, focusing on the calm atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Roghman's attention to detail is evident in the realistic portrayal of the trees, with their rough bark and leafy tops, and the uneven light falling on them. The etching conveys a sense of serenity through its depiction of natural elements.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Roelant Roghman

Artist

Roelant Roghman

Roelant Roghman was a Dutch Golden Age painter, sketcher and engraver.

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