View of a village 1663

Salomon van Ruysdael’s “View of a Village” (1663) depicts a pastoral scene, characteristic of Dutch landscape painting. The composition features a group of cattle wading in a shallow stream, while a village nestled among trees is visible in the distance. The painting showcases Ruysdael’s mastery of light and shadow, with the sun casting long shadows across the landscape. This meticulous detail and the inclusion of figures contribute to the overall sense of realism and tranquility.