Artwork
Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 6, Two Deer
Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 6, Two Deer 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.
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Overview
Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 6, Two Deer is an etching by Roelant Roghman, created in 1646. It is a print from a series of six views depicting a wooded area.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a serene forest scene with two deer near a pond, framed by tall trees with twisting branches. The calm water and distant hills create a sense of depth and tranquility.
Technique & Style
Roghman used the contrast of light and shadow to convey depth, particularly in the trees, creating a nuanced representation of the natural environment.
History & Provenance
The print is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
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Artist & collection
Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 4, Goats Under the Trees
Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 2
Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 5, A Man with a Staff in His Hand
Six views in the Wood of the Hague (series)
Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 1, Two Men Preceded by a Hunter
Six views in the Wood of the Hague: Plate 3, Peasant Seen from the Back