Bos 1653 - 1665

Ignatius van der Stock's etching "Bos" (1653-1665) is a landscape composition featuring a grove of trees, likely an oak forest, in the foreground. The artist utilizes a chiaroscuro style, with deep shadows and highlights that create a sense of depth and realism. The distant landscape is visible through the trees, creating a sense of vastness and grandeur. This artwork is a fine example of 17th-century Dutch landscape etching, showcasing the technical skill and naturalism that characterized the period.