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The Swann's Inn

Claes Jansz Visscher after Johannes van Doetechum, the Elder after Lucas van Doetechum after Master of the Small Landscapes

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a rural scene with trees, buildings, figures engaged in conversation, and a person sitting near a basket. One of the buildings has a round emblem with a rooster on it, and there are trees surrounding the area. The sketch is done in fine, precise lines typical of etching, creating texture and shade. The color palette is monochromatic, with black ink on a light background.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1612
Medium
etching
Dimensions
4611 × 3063 px
Public Domain
Yes
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