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Man on a Small Wooden Bridge

Allart van Everdingen

National Gallery of Art

The image is an etching of a rustic scene including dense foliage, a cabin-like structure, rocks, foliage, trees, and clouds. The artwork is detailed and uses cross-hatch shading for texture and depth. The cabin is off-center to the left, with a sharply angled roof, surrounded by trees. The foreground features rocks and foliage, while the background shows trees and a cloudy sky. The color palette is monochromatic.

Artwork Details

Date
probably c. 1645/1656
Medium
etching
Dimensions
2985 × 3405 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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