The image shows a pastoral scene from a slightly elevated perspective. A thatched structure is in the background on the right. Close to us, a partially nude figure is embracing another figure near a resting cow, with another cow in the shadows. The figures are detailed with intricate line work using fine hatching for texture and depth. A herd of cattle is seen resting and grazing in the grassy area on the left. The landscape extends into the distance with trees under a large tree's branches. The image has a monochromatic palette with dense black and white lines emphasizing textures and forms within the composition.
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The image shows a pastoral scene from a slightly elevated perspective. A thatched structure is in the background on the right. Close to us, a partially nude figure is embracing another figure near a resting cow, with another cow in the shadows. The figures are detailed with intricate line work using fine hatching for texture and depth. A herd of cattle is seen resting and grazing in the grassy area on the left. The landscape extends into the distance with trees under a large tree's branches. The image has a monochromatic palette with dense black and white lines emphasizing textures and forms within the composition.

National Gallery of Art · Print

A Storm

Moyses van Uyttenbroeck

Medium
etching
Classification
Print
Accession number
1972.69.2
Credit line
Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
Time span
1551 to 1600
Department
CG-E

Subjects and terms

  • Dutch
  • Cow
  • Nude
  • Tree
  • Female figure
  • Building

NGA object ID 53517. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.