Landscape with Trees, Two Deer, and a Palace Courtyard

Lucas van Doetechum and Johannes van Doetechum, the Elder, after Hans Vredeman de Vries

National Gallery of Art

This image depicts a landscape viewed from an elevated perspective. On the left, there is a cluster of trees extending into the distance. Some deer are visible among the trees. On the right, an architectural structure with arches, levels, and a central column can be seen. At the top of the column, there is a sculpted figure on a creature, possibly part of a fountain. A tall obelisk is visible on the horizon. The sky shows clouds and birds. The color palette is monochrome, with varying shades of grey. The artwork features intricate linework and crosshatching.