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Two Peasants Seated on a Hill

Allart van Everdingen

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a landscape seen from an elevated perspective. The horizon is high, with clouds in the sky creating depth. In the distance, a small town with church spires is visible. Fine line work, hatching, and cross-hatching techniques depict terrain and foliage. The color palette is monochromatic, with varying shades of black and white. A tree stands on the left, with rocky outcrops and vegetation leading towards sparse figures on a pathway sloping towards the town.

Artwork Details

Date
probably c. 1645/1656
Medium
etching
Dimensions
4666 × 3115 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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