Landscape, after a sketch by Eglon van der Neer 1862

Charles Jacque's "Landscape, after a sketch by Eglon van der Neer" is a 19th-century etching that exemplifies the artist's mastery of atmospheric effects. The artwork features a serene, rural landscape depicted in shades of grey, showcasing Jacque's signature style of depicting nature with subtle detail and a focus on light and shadow. This work, inspired by the Dutch Golden Age painter Eglon van der Neer, demonstrates Jacque's admiration for the art of his predecessors, highlighting the continuing influence of historical artistic styles on later generations of artists. This etching, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the artistic sensibilities of the 19th century and Jacque's contributions to the genre of landscape art.