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Ameide on the River Lek

Ameide on the River Lek, by Nicolaas Wicart, chalk, 1782
Ameide on the River Lek, by Nicolaas Wicart, chalk, 1782

Ameide on the River Lek is a chalk drawing by the Baroque artist Nicolaas Wicart. It dates from 1782 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Ameide on the River Lek is a drawing created by Nicolaas Wicart in 1782 using gray wash over black chalk on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene riverbank scene with a boat in the foreground and trees and buildings in the background, conveying a sense of tranquility.

Technique & Style

The use of gray wash over black chalk creates a range of tones, from light to dark, producing a soft and nuanced effect that captures the play of light on the water.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.