Le Villaige de Monceaulx

Französische Grafik 1285–1700, vers 1597

The image shows an ornate border surrounding a gentle village scene viewed from an elevated angle. The horizon is high in the composition, with distant hills painted in soft blue tones. Large tulip flowers and bulbs are in the foreground, with a landscape of green fields, trees, and buildings leading to the village. The sky above is a blend of pale blues and soft whites. The color palette consists of earthy greens and browns complemented by the vibrant flower colors and pastel sky tones. The style resembles illuminated manuscripts, with detailed floral borders and a top heraldic element.
Artiste
Französische Grafik 1285–1700
Datation
vers 1597
Catégorie
Dessin
Technique
gouache and watercolor on vellum
Dimensions
51 × 39 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

The image shows an ornate border surrounding a gentle village scene viewed from an elevated angle. The horizon is high in the composition, with distant hills painted in soft blue tones. Large tulip flowers and bulbs are in the foreground, with a landscape of green fields, trees, and buildings leading to the village. The sky above is a blend of pale blues and soft whites. The color palette consists of earthy greens and browns complemented by the vibrant flower colors and pastel sky tones. The style resembles illuminated manuscripts, with detailed floral borders and a top heraldic element.

Französische Grafik 1285–1700