Valley with a River and a Town with Four Towers c. 1626 - 1627

"Valley with a River and a Town with Four Towers" (c. 1626 - 1627) is an etching by Hercules Segers, a Dutch artist known for his dramatic landscapes. The artwork depicts a valley with a winding river leading to a small town with four towers, set against a sky filled with swirling clouds. The composition is characterized by Segers' signature use of deep shadows and light contrasts, creating a sense of mystery and grandeur. This etching, now in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Segers' innovative approach to landscape art, employing techniques that blurred the lines between reality and fantasy.