Workmen before an Inn

Niederländische Grafik 1623–1701, hacia 1645

This is a drawing of a bustling street scene in a village or town. The drawing captures a lively scene with various activities taking place. A horse-drawn cart is situated to the right, barrels are being managed. The streets are cobbled, and there are architectural buildings in the background with steeply pitched roofs and chimney stacks. Figures are engaged in different activities along the street, tending to the barrels, bending down, and approaching a stall with goods. Foliage hangs over the structures, and the mood is busy and everyday. The drawing is detailed and intricate, with careful use of lines and a subtle color palette.
Artista
Niederländische Grafik 1623–1701
Fecha
hacia 1645
Tipo
Dibujo
Técnica
pen and brown ink and wash and watercolor over black chalk on laid paper
Medidas
13,97 × 20,32 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

This is a drawing of a bustling street scene in a village or town. The drawing captures a lively scene with various activities taking place. A horse-drawn cart is situated to the right, barrels are being managed. The streets are cobbled, and there are architectural buildings in the background with steeply pitched roofs and chimney stacks. Figures are engaged in different activities along the street, tending to the barrels, bending down, and approaching a stall with goods. Foliage hangs over the structures, and the mood is busy and everyday. The drawing is detailed and intricate, with careful use of lines and a subtle color palette.

Niederländische Grafik 1623–1701