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Insidiosus Auceps (The Crafty Bird-Catcher)

Johannes and Lucas van Doetechum after Pieter Bruegel the Elder

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a detailed mountainous landscape with a mix of rugged terrain and human settlement. The scene shows mountains, a horizon meeting the sky, two birds flying above distant mountains, people, horses, paths, buildings, and a village in a valley. The artwork features intricate line work characteristic of etching, emphasizing texture and depth. The color palette is monochromatic with varying shades of gray.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1555/1557
Medium
etching and engraving
Dimensions
4625 × 3494 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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