Ruïne in een landschap 1774 - 1837

"Ruïne in een landschap" (Ruin in a landscape) is an etching by the English artist Charles Howard Hodges. Created between 1774 and 1837, the artwork features a detailed rendering of a crumbling tower in a picturesque landscape, showcasing the artist's keen eye for detail and the evocative power of ruins. Currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, the small print (109 mm x 73 mm) invites viewers to contemplate the passage of time and the enduring beauty of nature amidst decay. Hodges was a prolific artist whose works often featured romantic and melancholic depictions of landscapes and ruins, capturing the spirit of the 18th century. This etching, a testament to his mastery of the medium, stands as a poignant reminder of the ephemeral nature of human constructions.