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Hut with the Remains of a Hedge

Allart van Everdingen

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a landscape with an elevated viewpoint. The horizon line is high, with rolling hills, trees, and a distant building to the left. The sky has wispy clouds. The etching style is detailed, showing textures of foliage and earth. A path winds through the scene with scattered branches and logs. A man walks towards a small structure on the right. The scene is in monochrome, emphasizing contrast and textures. In the distance, figures, including a person on horseback, add scale and life to the composition.

Artwork Details

Date
probably c. 1645/1656
Medium
etching
Dimensions
4431 × 3201 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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