A Path Leading into a Forest Clearing 1635 - 1640

"A Path Leading into a Forest Clearing" is a pen and brown wash drawing by Nicolas Poussin, a prominent French painter of the Baroque period, created between 1635 and 1640. This work exemplifies Poussin's masterful use of light and shadow, emphasizing the depth and texture of the woodland environment. The viewer's eye is drawn into the clearing by the winding path, inviting contemplation and reflection. Characteristic of Poussin's style, the scene is composed with meticulous attention to detail and a sense of classical balance. The drawing highlights Poussin's interest in the landscape as a subject worthy of artistic exploration, establishing him as a key figure in the development of landscape painting.