Artwork
Landscape with an Inn to the Right and House on Rocks to the Left
Landscape with an Inn to the Right and House on Rocks to the Left is an ink print by the Baroque artist Aegidius Sadeler II. It dates from 1609 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Landscape with an Inn to the Right and House on Rocks to the Left is an engraving on laid paper created by Aegidius Sadeler II around 1609. The print showcases Sadeler's skill as a Flemish engraver active at the Prague court.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts a landscape with a rocky hillside, a small house, and a larger inn, featuring people engaged in various activities. The dramatic sky and detailed surroundings create a sense of depth and atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Sadeler employed fine lines and shading to achieve texture, particularly in the rocks and clothing, utilizing a style characteristic of engravings from the early 17th century.
Artist & collection
Artist
Aegidius Sadeler or Aegidius Sadeler II (1570–1629) was a Flemish engraver who was principally active at the Prague court of Rudolf II, Holy Roman Emperor and his successors.
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