The House on the Rock 

"The House on the Rock" is an etching by the Dutch artist Herman van Swanevelt (1603-1655). The artwork depicts a picturesque landscape with a small house nestled on a rocky cliff. Two figures stand in the foreground, gazing out at the scene. Van Swanevelt was known for his detailed and atmospheric landscapes, often depicting idyllic Italianate settings. His work drew inspiration from the classical tradition of landscape painting, and he was particularly influenced by the work of Claude Lorrain. The etching's composition, with its emphasis on the horizon and the use of light and shadow, evokes a sense of serenity and tranquility.