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Landscape with a Bridge and Two Fishermen

Adriaen van Ostade

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a wooden bridge spanning a body of water. Two figures are on the bridge, one sitting and one standing near the water. The scene is depicted in an etching style with fine lines and cross-hatching, creating texture. It is monochromatic with shades of black and white. In the background, there are trees and a house, adding to the rural atmosphere.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1652
Medium
etching, with touches of drypoint, on laid paper
Dimensions
4485 × 3061 px
Public Domain
Yes
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