View of the Town of Alkmaar

Salomon van Ruysdael

Created:

Movement:

1670

Baroque

key Notes:

Dutch landscape Atmospheric perspective

Dimensions:

20 1/4 x 33 in. (51.4 x 83.8 cm)

medium:

Oil on wood

Difficulty:

Advanced

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story of the work:

"View of the Town of Alkmaar," painted by Salomon van Ruysdael in 1670, depicts the Dutch town of Alkmaar with its characteristic architecture and waterways, reflecting the artist's interest in landscape and urban scenes. The work is notable for its detailed representation of the town's skyline and the interplay of light and shadow, characteristic of van Ruysdael's style during this period.

Description of the work:

"View of the Town of Alkmaar" by Salomon van Ruysdael, created in 1670, depicts a serene landscape featuring the town of Alkmaar with its distinctive architecture and waterways. The painting is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail, a balanced composition, and a harmonious color palette that captures the atmospheric effects of light and weather.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Metropolitan Museum of Art

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