The image displays a landscape seen through an oval frame. The horizon is low within the composition, highlighting the sky above the detailed scene. Delicate lines create texture and depth, using hatching and cross-hatching for shadows and light. In the foreground, two figures stand near a large tree. A path winds through hills and foliage towards distant terrain. The color scheme is monochromatic, adding a classic visual impact.
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The image displays a landscape seen through an oval frame. The horizon is low within the composition, highlighting the sky above the detailed scene. Delicate lines create texture and depth, using hatching and cross-hatching for shadows and light. In the foreground, two figures stand near a large tree. A path winds through hills and foliage towards distant terrain. The color scheme is monochromatic, adding a classic visual impact.

National Gallery of Art · Print

A Winding Road

Herman van Swanevelt

Medium
etching
Classification
Print
Accession number
1973.32.11
Credit line
Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
Time span
1551 to 1600
Department
CG-E

Portfolio and series

Series
Set of Small Oval Landscapes [Hollstein 63-86]

Subjects and terms

  • Dutch
  • Landscape
  • Tree
  • Road
  • Figures
  • Frame

NGA object ID 53879. 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.