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Februarius (February)

Ludovico Mattioli

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a village scene from an overhead perspective. The horizon line is formed at the river's edge where it meets the land, and a stone bridge crosses the water. A detailed house with a cone-shaped roof is in the center, surrounded by other structures. Two figures are by the riverbank, while a group tends to a fire on the left. Trees lean dramatically, suggesting wind. The brushstrokes are fine and linear, creating textures for smoke, water, and trees. The image is in monochrome, emphasizing line work and texture.

Artwork Details

Date
late 17th century
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
4000 × 2633 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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