Path to Left of a Large Tree and a Stump 

This etching by Dutch artist Herman van Swanevelt, active in the first half of the 17th century, depicts a pastoral scene featuring a large tree dominating the foreground. The composition is contained within an oval frame, a common convention for landscape etchings of the period. The artist's meticulous rendering of the foliage, mountains, and figures highlights the beauty and serenity of nature, a theme that resonated with audiences of the time. The use of hatching and cross-hatching in the print creates a sense of depth and texture, emphasizing the interplay of light and shadow.