The image is an etching of a building complex resembling a large house or small castle with multiple sections and chimneys. The perspective is straight on, capturing the entire facade of the structure. The horizon is high above the rooftops, with birds flying in the sky. The clouds are delicately etched. The strokes show detailed texture of the bricks, foliage of trees, and ripples of water on the right. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of brown and black. Two figures in period attire are near the building. Trees frame the composition, with detailed vegetation and small animals visible on the left. A footbridge spans a section of water to the right, leading to the house.
Artwork Details
- Date
- probably c. 1628
- Medium
- engraving on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 4457 × 3442 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original