Boslandschap met een ruiter 1650

"Boslandschap met een ruiter" (Woodland Landscape with a Rider), a 1650 etching by Dutch artist Claes van Beresteyn, depicts a serene wooded scene. The composition features a single rider moving through a dense grove, their figure barely visible amongst the foliage. The trees are depicted in detail, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. The landscape is dominated by a sense of tranquility, reflecting the artist's interest in the natural world. The etching is a fine example of Dutch landscape art in the 17th century, illustrating the artistic appreciation for the beauty of nature.