The Boulder Crowned with Trees by Herman van Swanevelt

The Boulder Crowned with Trees 

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print

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pencil drawn

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aged paper

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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print

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pencil sketch

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old engraving style

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pen-ink sketch

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pen work

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pencil art

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watercolor

Herman van Swanevelt's "The Boulder Crowned with Trees" is a classic example of Dutch landscape etching from the 17th century. The print depicts a serene scene with a large tree dominating the foreground, framing a distant landscape with rolling hills and a body of water. This work showcases Swanevelt's mastery of light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere within the composition. His use of delicate lines to depict foliage, water, and mountains further contributes to the picturesque quality of the scene.

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