Mountain Valley with a Plateau 1620 - 1630

"Mountain Valley with a Plateau" (1620-1630) is an etching by Hercules Segers, a Dutch artist known for his dramatic and often fantastical landscapes. The print depicts a rugged mountainous landscape, with a valley winding through the center. The artist's use of deep shadows and contrasting light creates a sense of depth and mystery, characteristic of his work. Segers was known for his innovative printmaking techniques, which involved etching on metal plates and using various acid baths to create textures and tones. The work currently resides at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.