Landschap met zonsondergang 1653 - 1655

"Landschap met zonsondergang" is a landscape etching created by Dutch artist Herman van Swanevelt in the mid-17th century. The print showcases a serene and idyllic view of a rural landscape with a winding river meandering through a valley, flanked by a cluster of trees and hills. The scene is bathed in the soft, golden glow of a setting sun, casting long shadows across the land. Van Swanevelt’s meticulous attention to detail in rendering the natural world, including the intricate foliage of the trees and the subtle variations in the terrain, captures the beauty of the landscape. The etching is part of the Rijksmuseum collection and is a fine example of Van Swanevelt's mastery of the landscape genre.