Rustende jagers bij een ruïne 1653

Adriaen van de Velde's "Rustende jagers bij een ruïne" (1653) depicts a group of hunters resting near a ruined building. The etching, currently held at the Rijksmuseum, showcases van de Velde's mastery in rendering atmospheric landscapes. The composition highlights the contrast between the imposing ruins and the relaxed figures of the hunters, their horses, and dogs, highlighting the transience of time and the beauty of nature. The delicate lines of the etching create a sense of stillness and a soft light that bathes the scene, adding to the overall tranquil atmosphere.