Landscape with Four Trees and a Church at Right (counterproof) 1545

"Landscape with Four Trees and a Church at Right (counterproof)" is a 1545 etching by the German artist Augustin Hirschvogel, showing a picturesque scene of a village nestled in a valley with a church in the background. The meticulous detail and delicate lines of the etching highlight Hirschvogel's skill in capturing the natural world, with his artistic style deeply influenced by the Northern Renaissance. The image is composed of a network of winding paths, and a river that flows through the center, creating a sense of depth and space. This artwork, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City, offers a captivating glimpse into the landscape of the German countryside during the 16th century.