Road Lined with Trees

Jacob van Ruisdael

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Naturalistic landscape, dramatic sky.
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Oil on canvas
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Jacob van Ruisdael's "Road Lined with Trees"

"Road Lined with Trees" is an exemplary work by the renowned Dutch landscape painter Jacob van Ruisdael, executed in oil on canvas. Although the exact date of creation is unknown, the painting is characteristic of Ruisdael's mature style, which often features dramatic skies and meticulous attention to natural detail. Ruisdael's landscapes are celebrated for their ability to evoke a sense of the sublime, capturing the viewer's imagination with their depth and realism. His work significantly influenced the development of landscape painting in the Netherlands during the 17th century, contributing to the Dutch Golden Age of art. Ruisdael's mastery in depicting nature's grandeur and tranquility has left a lasting impact on both his contemporaries and future generations of artists. Born in Haarlem in 1628, Ruisdael was part of a family of artists and was trained by his father, Isaack van Ruisdael, and his uncle, Salomon van Ruysdael, both of whom were also accomplished painters.

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Road Lined with Trees by Jacob van Ruisdael

The painting "Road Lined with Trees" by Jacob van Ruisdael, executed in oil on canvas, exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age landscape style with its meticulous attention to natural detail and atmospheric perspective. The artwork captures a serene rural scene, characterized by a tree-lined path that invites the viewer into the tranquil Dutch countryside.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Road Lined with Trees