Elijah in the Wilderness
hermanvanswanevelt
amateur sketch
light pencil work
ink drawing
pen sketch
pencil sketch
incomplete sketchy
ink drawing experimentation
pen-ink sketch
pen work
watercolor
"Elijah in the Wilderness" is an etching by the Dutch artist Herman van Swanevelt, a leading painter of the 17th century. The print depicts a scene from the Old Testament, with Elijah resting in the wilderness and being visited by an angel. The artist’s focus on detail in the landscape of the artwork is apparent in the intricate depiction of the foliage and the winding stream. The composition is balanced, with the central figures of Elijah and the angel contrasted against the serene backdrop of nature, creating a sense of peace and tranquility. Van Swanevelt's work is known for its detailed depictions of landscapes, often featuring classical ruins or figures.
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