Artwork
Village beside a Canal
Village beside a Canal is an ink print by the Baroque artist Johannes Ruisscher. It dates from 1601 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Village beside a Canal is an engraving on laid paper created by Johannes Ruisscher in 1601.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene village scene, with thatched-roof houses lining a canal, where people are walking or fishing. The surrounding landscape features fields, trees, and windmills, arranged in a neat and orderly manner.
Technique & Style
The artist achieved depth and texture through the use of fine lines, including closely spaced parallel marks that create shading and dimensionality. The resulting image is detailed and evocative, conveying a sense of life and activity.
Artist & collection
