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A Barn

Claes Jansz Visscher after Abraham Bloemaert after Boëtius Adams Bolswert

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a thatched-roof hut with a surrounding rural setting. The hut is featured prominently with a low horizon line, showcasing trees and hills in the distance. The etching technique creates detailed textures in the roof and foliage. The monochromatic color palette uses varying shades of brown and black. A figure is depicted near a wooden structure, possibly a well. Trees frame the hut with delicate strokes hinting at movement.

Artwork Details

Date
1620
Medium
etching
Dimensions
4630 × 3143 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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