Artwork
Village Road
Village Road is an ink print by the Baroque artist Claes Jansz Visscher. It dates from 1612 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Village Road is a 1612 etching by Claes Janszoon Visscher, a Dutch draughtsman, engraver, and publisher. The print depicts a serene rural scene.
Subject & Meaning
The scene shows a village by a river, with small houses, bare trees, and figures walking along a pathway. A dog wades in the river, and a beached boat is visible on the right. The tranquil atmosphere captures a quiet moment in early 17th-century Dutch life.
Technique & Style
Visscher used etching to create the print, achieving sharp lines and a detailed representation of the village. The empty sky enhances the peaceful feeling of the scene.
Artist & collection
Artist
Claes Janszoon Visscher (1587 – 19 June 1652) was a Dutch Golden Age draughtsman, engraver, mapmaker, and publisher.
